On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan. The 1,756 km flight operates regularly, with an average of about 4 flights per week.
Direct service is provided by MH and AK airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to choose the best offer. The page also provides information on how to get to the departure airport and how to travel from the airport to the center of Balikpapan.
The table shows direct flights Kuala Lumpur → Balikpapan on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 55 min. Regular flights are operated by AirAsia and Malaysia Airline. Departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport airports, arrivals at Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kuala Lumpur — Balikpapan by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 349 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 711 in n. 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.
Kuala Lumpur → Balikpapan, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 283 | medium | May | AED 283 | medium | Sep | AED 361 | high |
| Feb | AED 275 | low | Jun | AED 292 | medium | Oct | AED 309 | medium |
| Mar | AED 266 | low | Jul | AED 335 | high | Nov | AED 275 | low |
| Apr | AED 266 | low | Aug | AED 326 | medium | Dec | AED 318 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Balikpapan is characterized by consistently high temperatures around 30°C year-round. The rainiest month is March, with up to 299 mm of precipitation, while the most favorable dry weather usually occurs in September.
According to statistics, the most budget-friendly month for flying is October, with prices AED 349. Ticket prices peak in March, when the minimum fare rises AED 695 for a one-way flight.
August is considered the best compromise between weather and price. During this period, rainfall decreases, and tickets are available AED 371. It is recommended to avoid March due to the combination of high costs and heavy rain.
Two airlines operate on this route: Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. On average, there are about 4 flights per week, with AirAsia being the primary carrier in terms of flight frequency. Detailed information on schedules for specific dates and flight options can be found in the list below; click on the airline card to see route details.
Flights Kuala Lumpur — Balikpapan depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and arrive at Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate direct flight time is about 2 hours and 10 minutes, given the 1,756 km distance between the cities.
Regular air service on this route is provided by Malaysia Airlines (MH) and AirAsia (AK).
Yes, direct flights operate between the cities, with a frequency of approximately 4 times a week.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. We recommend checking the low-price calendar on this page for the current minimum for your dates.
All flights on this route arrive at the international airport of Balikpapan (BPN) in Indonesia.
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