Flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
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Flight Information from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
8 hr(s), 35 mins
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Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight schedule today
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin airport | Destination airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 AirAsia Philippines | 20:35 | 22:45 | Manila (MNL) | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Book flight |
About Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu is one of the cities in Sabah, Malaysia. It is also widely known as "KK", which is taken from the initial name of this city by locals. It is the capital and the centre of the economy in Sabah. The city is situated on the northwest coast of Borneo, facing the South China Sea. There are many interesting attractions that you can visit in Kota Kinabalu. You can do many activities in this city too from sightseeing, unlimited shopping experience, and visiting historical landmarks. A trip to Kota Kinabalu will give you unforgettable memories and an experience to remember. Kota Kinabalu provides various accommodations, including Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, and Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai. Throughout your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you could not miss many attractions this city has to offer, including but not limited to Mount Kinabalu, Manukan Island, and Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Travelling from Manila to Kota Kinabalu will take approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes via connecting. However, depending on the routes available, the travel time may differ.
When is the best time to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
The best time to visit the Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia is from January until June, August and September and November until December when you will have a warm temperature and be limited to unexceptional rainfall. The highest average temperature in Kota Kinabalu is 30.1°C in March, and the lowest is 28.0°C in January.
The weather in Kota Kinabalu is tropical year-round, with an average temperature of 27 to 31 degrees Celsius. Kota Kinabalu has tropical monsoon weather prevailing. Rainfall is major for most months of the year, and the quick-dry season has little effect. In Kota Kinabalu, the average annual temperature is 28.6 °C.
What are the main airports available in Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is also known as Manila International Airport. It is the main airport in Manila and is located 7 kilometres from south of Manila proper and southwest of Makati. It is one of the most visited airports in the Philippines. It has many facilities and is easily accessible by public transports. Since the Covid-19 outbreak, airport security has been tighter. Hence, you need to follow all the rules and regulations implemented in that airport. The airport is the main international gateway for travellers to the Philippines. There are many operating airlines here, including Philippine Airlines, Cebgo, Cebu Pacific, PAL Express, and Philippines AirAsia.
Kota Kinabalu International Airport
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. It is located approximately 8 kilometres southwest of the city centre. In 2017, 8.0 million passengers passed through the airport, making it the second busiest airport in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur International Airport. It has many facilities and is easily accessible by public transports. Since the Covid-19 outbreak, airport security has been tighter. Hence, you need to follow all the rules and regulations implemented in that airport. There are many operating airlines here, including Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia, and MasWings.
Places to stay in Kota Kinabalu.
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in area / city Kota Kinabalu. The hotel is only 1.93 km away from Jesselton Point (Ferry to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park). There are lots of tourist attractions nearby, such as Centre Point Sabah within 0.32 km and KK City Waterfront within 0.36 km. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu is a hotel with great comfort and outstanding service, according to most hotel's guests. Enjoy luxurious treats and an outstanding experience by staying at Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu.
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru - Shangri La Tanjung Aru Resort is an award-winning 5-star hotel strategically situated just 10 minutes away from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 20 minutes away from the city centre. Set in an expansive 25-acre garden overlooking the Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, it is a comfortable, tranquil retreat that provides the perfect setting for an amazing tropical getaway. The resort takes pride in its luxurious facilities and offers its guests both convenience and exclusivity. The resort offers a variety of recreational activities, including a private beach, four tennis courts, a nine-hole pitch and putts golf course, a Leisure Centre, a Health Club, and a kid’s club, which is also the biggest in Borneo.
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai - Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is a resort in a good neighbourhood, which is located at Karambunai. Not only well located, but Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is also one of the resorts near the following Dalit Bay Golf and Country Club within 6.87 km and UMS - Universiti Malaysia Sabah within 8.65 km. Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is a good choice for you, with a large and well-equipped function room to meet your requirements. This resort is the ideal choice for couples seeking a romantic getaway or a honeymoon retreat.
Highlights in Kota Kinabalu.
Mount Kinabalu - Mount Kinabalu is the highest mountain in Borneo, the Malay Archipelago and Malaysia. With an elevation of 13,435 ft, it is the third-tallest peak of an island on Earth and the 20th most prominent mountain in the world by topographic prominence. The mountain is situated in Ranau District, West Coast Division of Sabah, Malaysia. It is protected as Kinabalu Park as a World Heritage Site.
Manukan Island - Manukan Island is the second biggest island in the Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Malaysia's first marine national park. It is in the East Malaysian state of Sabah, just off the coast of Kota Kinabalu and is easily reachable by boat. Manukan is the most famous island with Kota Kinabalu residents. Manukan Island has some good stretches of beaches on the southern coastline.
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park - The Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park contains a group of 5 islands situated between Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, Malaysia. The park is spread over 4,929 hectares, two-thirds of which cover the sea. Before the Ice age, it made part of the Crocker Range mass of sandstone and sedimentary rock on the mainland. Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, located in downtown Kota Kinabalu, is the ferry terminal for those heading to Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park islands.
Travel tips to Kota Kinabalu.
To have the best experience while travelling, you need to plan your trip well. However, sometimes things are not happening according to plan. Hence, it would be best if you thought of a backup plan. There are many tips that you can follow while travelling.
Bring extra snacks and drinks
When you are travelling, make sure you pack extra snacks and drinks. It will help you feel hungry, especially when travelling in a remote area or waiting for your next flight. It will provide you with energy so you won't feel tired easily, especially when you have low blood pressure. Besides that, packing extra snacks will help you fulfil your hunger in the middle of the night.
Avoid taxis
Taxis might be one of the most accessible transportation that can carry you to the designated destination. However, the fare can be too expensive. To save your budget, you can try public transportation like bus or train. If you still want to travel by car, you can choose e hailing service as the rates are fixed without any hidden or extra charges.
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Manila 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.
Baggage policy on Manila - 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 Manila - Kota Kinabalu flight. Excess maximum baggage weight has been determined by each airline.
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