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Davao to Kota Kinabalu

Flight Information from Davao (DVO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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Shortest flight duration

12 hr(s), 40 mins

When is the cheapest flight time from Davao to Kota Kinabalu?

OriginDestinationDeparture DatePrice
MNLBKIJul 28, 2025Rp 541.434
MNLBKIAug 14, 2025Rp 469.104
MNLBKISep 6, 2025Rp 480.740
MNLBKIOct 26, 2025Rp 577.800
MNLBKINov 16, 2025Rp 604.603
MNLBKIDec 14, 2025Rp 603.056
MNLBKIJan 18, 2026Rp 608.712
MNLBKIFeb 11, 2026Rp 605.817
MNLBKIMar 23, 2026Rp 551.700
MNLBKIApr 21, 2026Rp 616.509
MNLBKIMay 5, 2026Rp 634.950
MNLBKIJun 10, 2026Rp 604.378

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About Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu is the state capital city of Sabah, Malaysia and the capital of the Kota Kinabalu District. It is also the capital town of the West Coast Division of Sabah. Kota Kinabalu is sited on the northwest coast of Borneo facing the South China Sea. The Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park sited to its west and Mount Kinabalu, which gave the city its maiden name, is sited to its east. Kota Kinabalu has a population of more than 452,060 according to the 2010 surveys when the adjacent Penampang and Putatan districts are participating. The metro area has a combined population of more than 628,730.


Best time to fly from Davao to Kota Kinabalu

Mostly, the suitable time to visit Malaysia and Kota Kinabalu is unevenly from April up to the end of October. Still, you want to prevent the area when it’s monsoon season, approximately November through February. Intense rainstorms can likely put a damper on your travel plans during that period. Since the trendiest time to travel to Malaysia is April through October, that’s also when hotel rates and ticket flight will be highest. If you want to take a trip during the off-season when the crowds will be smaller and hotels not expensive. But the off-season is termed that for a reason which is when conditions are less ideal for tourism. In this case, that's is monsoon time, but if a little rain doesn’t disturb you, then go for it and don’t ignore to bring an umbrella.


Main airports available in Davao to Kota Kinabalu

Francisco Bangoy International Airport – Francisco Bangoy International Airport or also popular as the Davao International Airport is the main international airport that runs for Davao City and Davao District. There are numerous international and domestic airlines which operate in this airport which includes Philippine Airlines, Qatar Airways, Xiamen Air, Philippines AirAsia, and Cebu Pacific. Francisco Bangoy International Airport located about 41 kilometres from the city midpoint. Francisco Bangoy International Airport has many fascinating shops and cafes within the airport so you can shop or eat while wait on the plane to arrive or depart. To go in and out of the airport is easy because there are plenty of types of public transportation available in Francisco Bangoy International Airport for the visitors.


Kota Kinabalu International Airport - Kota Kinabalu International Airport is an international airport located in Kota Kinabalu, the state capital city of Sabah, Malaysia. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is situated approximately 8.2 km (5.0 mi) southwest of the city centre. On 2017 more than 8,000,000 passengers passed through the airport, making it the second fullest airport in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). A medium-sized airport with great connections to truly main aviation hubs across the Asia-Pacific region, the airport serves all the majority city of Kota Kinabalu as well as all the west coastline of Sabah. There are many flights available from Francisco Bangoy International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport daily.


Climate pattern in Davao to Kota Kinabalu

Malaysia appreciates tropical weather year-round, but due to its proximity to water, the climate is often quite humid. Despite this, the weather is never too hot, and temperatures range from a mild 22.2°C to 33.3°C average during the year; nevertheless, the hilltops experience cooler temperatures. The nature of Malaysia's weather and climate indicates that its involvements a monsoon season, but this varies depending on the specific location. The southwest encounters its monsoon season from May until September while November until end of March is the rainiest in the north-east. The best times to visit, especially for beach holidays, is throughout January and February on the west coast Malaysia. Next, On April in Sabah and the month of June until July on the east coastline and in Sarawak.


Highlights attractions in Kota Kinabalu

  • Atkinson Clock Tower - The Atkinson Clock Tower is the oldest standing construction in Kota Kinabalu. Atkinson Clock Tower was initially called as the Atkinson Memorial Clock Tower and sat in private on the bluff along with Signal Hill Road monitoring this seaside city and capital of Sabah, Malaysia. Feel free to visit this place and see the breath-taking view over it.
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park - The Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park involves a group of 5 islands positioned between 3 until 8 km off Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, Malaysia. The park is flat over 4,929 hectares, two of thirds of which cover the sea. Before the Ice age, it formed part of the Crocker Range area of sandstone and muddy rock on the land.
  • Mount Kinabalu - Mount Kinabalu is a mountain sited at the West Coast Division of Sabah, Malaysia. It is reserved as Kinabalu Park, a World Heritage Site. Kinabalu is the highest peak in Borneo's Crocker Range and is the highest peak in the Malay Archipelago as well as the tallest mountain in Malaysia. Mount Kinabalu is also registered in the top 20 most predicting mountain in the world by topographic reputation.

Flight Information to Kota Kinabalu

Flight Duration

12 hr(s) 40 mins

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How long the flight duration from Davao to Kota Kinabalu?
The flight from Davao to Kota Kinabalu will take around 12 hr(s) 40 mins. Make sure you have selected the appropriate Davao - Kota Kinabalu flight schedule before booking.
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What are the flight policies / requirements for infant or child passengers during Davao to Kota Kinabalu Flight?

Davao to Kota Kinabalu flights serve infant or child passengers, with general conditions including:

  • Infants must be accompanied by an adult passenger who pays the adult fare.
  • One baby must be accompanied by one adult passenger who is willing and able to take full responsibility for the baby.
  • The accompanying adult passenger must be on the same flight, in the same class and at the same destination as the infant passenger.

Make sure you have referred to the regulations of the airline you are using when flying with babies or children.

Are pregnant women allowed to fly from Davao to Kota Kinabalu and what are the conditions?
In general, pregnant women up to a certain week of pregnancy are still allowed to fly. For flying requirements for pregnant women, you can refer to the relevant airline's rules when booking flight tickets.
What is the baggage policy on Davao - Kota Kinabalu flights?

Baggage policy on Davao - Kota Kinabalu flights in general is as follows:

  • Do not carry sharp objects/weapons or blunt objects that could cause potential injury to other passengers. Sharp / blunt objects must be reported to the officer and stored in checked baggage.
  • Do not carry objects containing gas that can trigger an explosion at a certain pressure.
  • Do not carry liquid objects which exceeds the 100ml limit in a package in the aircraft cabin, so it needs to be stored in checked baggage. (Except for baby food or medicine that must be consumed during the flight).
  • Every baggage checked in must be packed in good condition, in accordance with applicable regulations.

Always check and confirm with the airline you use regarding the maximum weight restrictions that can be carried on your Davao - Kota Kinabalu flight. Excess maximum baggage weight has been determined by each airline.

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How Many Hours Davao - Kota Kinabalu?
How many hours Davao - Kota Kinabalu depends on various factors, such as the exact time of the flight to technical factors during the flight. Usually Davao - Kota Kinabalu takes several hours or around 12 hour(s) 40 minute(s). You can see the Davao - Kota Kinabalu flight status on the Traveloka Flight Status page.
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Do I need a passport and visa to fly between Davao to Kota Kinabalu?
Traveling from Davao to Kota Kinabalu typically requires specific documents. For international flights, a passport is almost always necessary. However, for domestic flights, neither a passport nor a visa is usually required, but an official ID will be needed. The necessity of a visa depends on the traveler's citizenship and Kota Kinabalu entry regulations. It's crucial to verify visa requirements, as rules can differ between countries.
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