Cheap flights from São Paulo to Kota Kinabalu from £483

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Fri, Mar 6
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£483
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Fri, Mar 6
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£495
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Fri, Mar 6
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£518
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Sat, Mar 7
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£620
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Sat, Mar 7
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£639
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3 stops
Tue, Mar 3
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£696
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3 stops
Fri, Mar 6 – Thu, Mar 12
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£1,087
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Fri, Mar 6 – Thu, Mar 12
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£1,098
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Fri, Mar 6 – Thu, Mar 12
São Paulo VCPKota Kinabalu BKI

£1,122
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Thu, Mar 5 – Wed, Mar 11
São Paulo GRUKota Kinabalu BKI

£1,231
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Tue, Mar 3 – Tue, Mar 10
São Paulo GRUKota Kinabalu BKI

£1,325
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Tue, Mar 3 – Mon, Mar 9
São Paulo GRUKota Kinabalu BKI

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How much do flights to Kota Kinabalu cost?

Getting from Kota Kinabalu airport to the city center

Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah in Malaysian Borneo, is served by Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), located approximately 8 km southwest of the city center. The airport is the second busiest in Malaysia and the main gateway to Sabah's attractions. Several airport transfers to city center options are available, including taxis, ride-hailing services, airport buses, and rental cars. Journey times are relatively short due to the airport's proximity to downtown, though traffic conditions can affect travel times during peak hours.

Notes:

  • Prices in MYR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Airport taxis use a fixed coupon system purchased at the taxi counter inside the arrivals hall.
  • Grab pickup is available at designated areas outside the terminal.
  • Public minibuses may not operate late at night; confirm schedules locally.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Kota Kinabalu

Depart from
São Paulo–Guarulhos International
Arrive to
Kota Kinabalu International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from São Paulo to Kota Kinabalu

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AirAsiaAXMAKNo
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes
Ethiopian AirlinesETHETYes
Malaysia AirlinesMASMHNo
Etihad AirwaysETDEYNo

Weather in Kota Kinabalu

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January28°C25°C
February28°C24°C
March28°C25°C
April29°C25°C
May30°C26°C
June29°C26°C
July29°C25°C
August29°C26°C
September29°C25°C
October29°C25°C
November29°C25°C
December28°C25°C
Hottest Month
30°C
May
Coldest month
24°C
February
Sunny days
168
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
14 Feb
95%
27°C24°C
21 Feb
82%
26°C24°C
Sunday
15 Feb
28°C24°C
22 Feb
85%
27°C25°C
Monday
16 Feb
89%
29°C24°C
23 Feb
89%
27°C24°C
Tuesday
17 Feb
28°C24°C
24 Feb
89%
27°C24°C
Wednesday
18 Feb
82%
28°C24°C
25 Feb
88%
28°C24°C
Thursday
19 Feb
83%
29°C25°C
26 Feb
88%
27°C25°C
Friday
20 Feb
86%
27°C24°C
27 Feb
88%
27°C24°C
Travelers usually depart from São Paulo–Guarulhos International, São Paulo–Congonhas, or Viracopos International when they travel from São Paulo to Kota Kinabalu. The most popular airlines for this route are AirAsia, LATAM Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, and Etihad Airways. São Paulo and Kota Kinabalu have 400 direct flights per week.

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