On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Lawas to Kota Kinabalu. The distance between the cities is only 145 km, and flight frequency is maintained at approximately one flight per week.
Flights on this route are operated by MH. Keep in mind that ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to choose a great deal, as well as researching in advance how to get to the departure airport and get from the airport to the city center after arrival.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lawas — Kota Kinabalu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. 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.
Lawas → Kota Kinabalu, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 237 | medium | May | AED 201 | low | Sep | AED 201 | low |
| Feb | AED 274 | high | Jun | AED 264 | high | Oct | AED 201 | low |
| Mar | AED 210 | low | Jul | AED 191 | low | Nov | AED 246 | medium |
| Apr | AED 283 | high | Aug | AED 237 | medium | Dec | AED 292 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Kota Kinabalu is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year. The warmest month is May with an average high of 29.1°C, while the period from October to December features the heaviest rainfall, reaching up to 343 mm per month.
Current data on the minimum flight cost is not provided at the moment, as fares depend on seasonality and demand. We recommend tracking price changes in real time using the interactive price chart and calendar located on this page.
For a comfortable trip, it is better to choose February or March — during this time, rainfall decreases while the weather remains sunny. Try to avoid the end of the year (October–December), when the probability of prolonged tropical rains is at its highest, which can make traveling around the region more difficult.
Flights from Lawas to Kota Kinabalu are operated by a single airline — MH (Malaysia Airlines). Given the low flight frequency, which is approximately once a week, we recommend planning your trip and booking seats in advance. A detailed schedule is provided below; you can click on the airline's card to see available departure days and route options.
Flights Lawas — Kota Kinabalu depart from Lawas Airport and arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is only 145 km. A direct flight usually takes from 45 to 55 minutes, including takeoff and landing time.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by MH (Malaysia Airlines).
Yes, there are direct regional flights on this route, which allow you to save significant travel time.
Flights from Lawas (LWY) arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), which is the main air gateway to the state of Sabah.
For citizens of Russia, visa-free entry to Malaysia is provided for up to 30 days for tourism purposes.
Flight prices are constantly changing depending on the season and demand. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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