On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Kota Kinabalu — Bintulu route. The distance between the cities is 458 km, with direct flights operating approximately once a week.
Flights on this route are operated by AirAsia (AK). Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to choose the best dates. Before your trip, check the best ways to get to the departure airport and get from the airport to your destination.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kota Kinabalu — Bintulu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 115 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 484 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kota Kinabalu → Bintulu, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 121 | medium | May | AED 130 | medium | Sep | AED 126 | medium |
| Feb | AED 158 | high | Jun | AED 158 | high | Oct | AED 112 | low |
| Mar | AED 168 | high | Jul | AED 130 | medium | Nov | AED 126 | medium |
| Apr | AED 112 | low | Aug | AED 130 | medium | Dec | AED 116 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Bintulu is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year: the daytime high reaches 30.9°C in May, while the minimum rarely drops below 23.8°C. The rainiest period is December, and the sunniest month is July.
In terms of budget, it is most cost-effective to plan your flight for August, when ticket prices start AED 115. Peak pricing occurs in April — during this month, travel costs rise to at least AED 484.
For optimal trip planning, we recommend choosing August: it's a great compromise between relatively moderate rainfall and the lowest airfares. It is best to avoid flying in January due to high prices starting AED 338.
One airline provides flight service on the route from Kota Kinabalu to Bintulu — AirAsia (AK). The carrier operates a direct flight approximately once a week, providing quick travel between the states of Sabah and Sarawak. A detailed flight schedule and information about airline rules are available in the list below.
Flights Kota Kinabalu — Bintulu depart from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and arrive at Bintulu Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The travel time on a direct flight is approximately 45–50 minutes, as the distance between the cities is short — about 458 km.
The main carrier operating regular flights between the cities is AirAsia (AK).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route; however, they do not operate daily, but approximately once a week.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
No visa is required for Russian citizens to visit Malaysia if the stay for tourism purposes does not exceed 30 days.
Flights from Kota Kinabalu arrive at Bintulu Airport (BTU), which is located in close proximity to the city.
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