Travelling from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
2 hours 38 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Jakarta.
With 3 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) is the busiest route. Indonesia AirAsia operates the earliest flight at 12:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from CGK to BKI is with Indonesia AirAsia at 12:20.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Jakarta to BKI.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) take off from this terminal.
When departing from CGK, you can catch a direct flight from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport with Indonesia AirAsia.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Jakarta to BKI with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CGK and BKI include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
CGK is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
From Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Book a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport from ر.ق. 199 or travel return from just ر.ق. 406. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Jakarta to BKI when you book 11 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are generally at their lowest.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Jakarta to BKI in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in February if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 29ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
More about Kota Kinabalu
Start your Kota Kinabalu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Cool Bar, Orchid De Villa and Sri Pasupathinath Alayam are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Kota Kinabalu itinerary.
Complete your Kota Kinabalu trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Jakarta to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Kota Kinabalu. Check out the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
