Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Malaysia. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from BHX to BKI, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is R 7,953. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 19,020. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHX to BKI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 48 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near BHX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
If you have a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near BKI:
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu International Airport to central Kota Kinabalu is about 14 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Kota Kinabalu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to BKI in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 29ºC then.
More about Kota Kinabalu
Once you've locked in your flights from BHX to BKI, you'll need to find a place to stay in Kota Kinabalu. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Cool Bar, Orchid De Villa and Sri Pasupathinath Alayam are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Kota Kinabalu itinerary.
Complete your Kota Kinabalu trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Kota Kinabalu International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kota Kinabalu.
