Travelling from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
You can choose from a number of airports when organising a flight from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
Kota Kinabalu is 8 hours ahead of London. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from London to BKI won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from London to BKI departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to BKI? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu International Airport to the centre of Kota Kinabalu takes about 14 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Book a one-way ticket from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport from P19,928 or travel return from just P38,423. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to lock in cheap tickets from London to BKI. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of departure times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from London to BKI.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
August is the most popular month for flights from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from London to BKI for May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kota Kinabalu to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in February when temperatures average between 23ºC and 29ºC.
More about Kota Kinabalu
After locking in your flight from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kota Kinabalu:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Cool Bar, Orchid De Villa and Sri Pasupathinath Alayam are attractions you won't want to skip in Kota Kinabalu.
Complete your Kota Kinabalu trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Kota Kinabalu and explore at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.