Flying from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Kota Kinabalu.
Choose from 89 weekly Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with T'Way Air is the earliest flight you can take. Jin Air operates the latest service of the day at 23:40.
Leave enough time to make your BKI to ICN flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
You can travel nonstop to Seoul, South Korea. Jet off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport:
Jeju Air is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Jin Air tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for BKI to ICN flights, with 89.36% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BKI and ICN:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Right now, Rs20,366 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs42,221. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BKI to ICN.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Of all flights departing from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 73.51% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Kota Kinabalu International Airport from central Kota Kinabalu, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel near BKI? If you're catching an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it'll take to get there by cab or ride-share will depend on the time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Seoul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Seoul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BKI to ICN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of South Korea
You've seen Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Travel around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its popular sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of South Korea, consider Incheon, about 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are among its highlights.
