Travelling from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): What you need to know
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Colombo to BKI.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Colombo to BKI. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
74% of flights taking off from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near BKI and hit the pillow fast:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week before your Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight.
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Rs46,593 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs89,719. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Colombo to BKI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI). February is the most popular month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in September.
Book a Colombo to BKI plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kota Kinabalu to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC.
More about Kota Kinabalu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kota Kinabalu right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Kota Kinabalu International Airport:
Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park and Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Kota Kinabalu itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd..
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres east of Kota Kinabalu, a visit to Sandakan will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park.
Around 274 kilometres southeast of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with D'mount kinabalu adventure, Jungleland and Hot Springs Tawau.
