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Cheapest time to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
300%Trains are 300% more expensive in Kota Kinabalu than in Penang.
Penang$0.73
Kota Kinabalu$2.90
MealMid-priced restaurant
7%A meal in Kota Kinabalu is 7% cheaper than a meal in Penang.
Penang$5.44
Kota Kinabalu$5.08
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
10%Taxis are 10% more expensive in Kota Kinabalu than in Penang.
Penang$2.54
Kota Kinabalu$2.90
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
10%Coffee in Kota Kinabalu is 10% cheaper than in Penang.
Penang$4.35
Kota Kinabalu$3.92
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 2.79 MYR
1 MYR = 0.36 AUD
Last checked on Thu, 19/03
Distance: 1750 kms
Penang airports
Penang International (PEN)How far from city centre: 8 kms
Kota Kinabalu airports
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)How far from city centre: 5 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

How long does the flight take to go from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
The total flight time between Penang and Kota Kinabalu is of around 2 h and 50 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,750.14 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 Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
When you fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu the average price is $124.66. 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 Penang to Kota Kinabalu at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu is $71. 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 Kota Kinabalu expensive to visit compared to Penang?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Kota Kinabalu costs an average of 2.90 AUD, 14% more expensive than Penang, with a fare of 2.54 AUD,
while train tickets costs 297% more in Kota Kinabalu: 2.90 AUD against 0.73 AUD in Penang.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 5.08 AUD in Kota Kinabalu, 7% less than the 5.44 AUD in Penang.
The price of the coffee is around 10% cheaper in Kota Kinabalu, with an average of 3.92 AUD, while in Penang the coffee costs 4.35 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
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 Penang. 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!

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