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Airports near Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
8 airports within driving distance of Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Flying from an alternate airport is the single easiest way to cut your fare — our agents compare them all on one call.
| Airport | Distance | Fly from here | Live board |
|---|---|---|---|
LBU — Labuan Airport Labuan, Malaysia | 70 mi (113 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
LWY — Lawas Airport Lawas, Malaysia | 87 mi (140 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
KUD — Kudat Airport Kudat, Malaysia | 87 mi (140 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
BWN — Brunei International Airport Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei | 103 mi (166 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
LMN — Limbang Airport Limbang, Malaysia | 106 mi (170 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
SDK — Sandakan Airport Sandakan, Malaysia | 138 mi (222 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
BKM — Bakalalan Airport Bakalalan, Malaysia | 139 mi (224 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
LBW — Long Bawan Airport Long Bawan-Borneo Island, Indonesia | 143 mi (230 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
Frequently asked questions
What airports are near Kota Kinabalu?
Besides Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), travelers can use Labuan Airport (LBU, 70 mi), Lawas Airport (LWY, 87 mi), Kudat Airport (KUD, 87 mi), Brunei International Airport (BWN, 103 mi) and others — all within driving distance.
Is it cheaper to fly from an alternate airport?
Often yes. Fares between nearby airports on the same route regularly differ by $100 or more, especially around holidays. Low-cost carriers also tend to favor secondary airports.
How do I compare fares across all airports near Kota Kinabalu at once?
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