How long is the flight from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu?

Departing from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu will take you 12h 45m. There are 1883 km between Thailand and Kota Kinabalu. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TH to BKI?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu as you normally would.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Thailand?

Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu.

Can I find deals for flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

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20:15-11:10

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Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu

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09:00-22:15

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Kota Kinabalu

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21:35-12:45

1 stop14h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

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00:00-23:00

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Kota Kinabalu

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Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

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1 stop9h 10m

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Thailand?
Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu.
How long is the flight from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu?
Departing from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu will take you 12h 45m. There are 1883 km between Thailand and Kota Kinabalu. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Thailand to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu?
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Can I find deals for business class flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu?
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