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The distance between Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu is 271 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Malaysia Airlines, and AirAsia. Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu have 45 direct flights per week.
Weekly direct flights
Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
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Direct flights | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
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Malaysia Airlines on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Check-in for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu
Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Online check-in available |
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Malaysia Airlines | MAS | MH | Yes | No |
AirAsia | AXM | AK | Yes | Opens 240 days before flight Closes 1 hours before flight |
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu takes around 0.92 hours.
What is the flight distance between Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu?
The flight distance between Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu is 271 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu?
Several carriers operate flights between Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Malaysia Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Kota Kinabalu?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, Labuan, Kuala Terengganu, Sandakan, Tawau, Osaka, Miri, Singapore, Tokyo, Kuching, Manila, Cebu, Puerto Princesa, Sibu, Penang, Zamboanga City, Taipei, Busan, Makassar.
What are the most popular routes to and from Lahad Datu?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Lahad Datu and Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Penang, Johor Bahru, Sandakan, Hong Kong, Bintulu, Perth, Manila.
What airports are near Kota Kinabalu?
The main airport in Kota Kinabalu is Kota Kinabalu International. It is also served by Kota Kinabalu International, Limbang, Lawas, Kudat.
What airports are near Lahad Datu?
The main airport in Lahad Datu is Lahad Datu. It is also served by Tawau, Sandakan, Lahad Datu.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu?
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