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Currency and price comparison

MealMid-priced restaurant
33%The average meal is 33% more expensive in Kuala Lumpur than in Kota Kinabalu.
Kota Kinabalu$5.23
Kuala Lumpur$6.98
TrainLocal, one-way ticket
166%Trains in Kuala Lumpur are 166% cheaper than in Kota Kinabalu.
Kota Kinabalu$2.79
Kuala Lumpur$1.05
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
60%A taxi fare in Kuala Lumpur is 60% cheaper than in Kota Kinabalu.
Kota Kinabalu$2.79
Kuala Lumpur$1.74
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
20%Coffee is 20% more expensive in Kuala Lumpur than in Kota Kinabalu.
Kota Kinabalu$3.77
Kuala Lumpur$4.53
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 2.88 MYR
1 MYR = 0.35 AUD
Last checked on Mon, 4/05
Distance: 1622 kms
Kota Kinabalu airports
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)How far from city centre: 5 kms
Kuala Lumpur airports
Kuala Lumpur INTL (KUL)How far from city centre: 46 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur

How long does the flight take to go from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?
The total flight time between Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur is of around 2 h and 45 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,621.89 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?
When you fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur the average price is $106. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur is $67. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Kuala Lumpur expensive to visit compared to Kota Kinabalu?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Kuala Lumpur costs an average of $1.75, 38% cheaper than Kota Kinabalu, with a fare of $2.80,
while train tickets costs 63% less in Kuala Lumpur: $1.05 against $2.80 in Kota Kinabalu.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from $7.00 in Kuala Lumpur, 33% more than the $5.25 in Kota Kinabalu.
The price of the coffee is around 22% more expensive in Kuala Lumpur, with an average of $4.62 , while in Kota Kinabalu the coffee costs $3.78.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Malaysia may apply when travelling from Kota Kinabalu. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Kuala Lumpur compared to Kota Kinabalu?
While in Kota Kinabalu temperatures can reach an average of 28º ºC in summer, Kuala Lumpur's temperatures can rise to 28º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around 27º ºC in Kuala Lumpur, compared to the 27º ºC average in Kota Kinabalu.

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