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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,713. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Toronto to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in September.

Toronto to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kota Kinabalu.

Toronto to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,585
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu is $1,585. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one stop from $1,585.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Toronto and Kota Kinabalu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Kinabalu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

The cheapest airline that flies to Kota Kinabalu is Cathay Pacific .

Travelling from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): What you need to know

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Toronto.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to BKI, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

Airports in Toronto

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Toronto Pearson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to Toronto Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, 64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

  • You can get to YTZ from central Toronto in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.

  • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to BKI flight:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62%.

John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)

  • From central Toronto, YHM is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down when they should. At YHM, that rate is 71%.

About Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BKI:

  • Explore without limits with a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across Kota Kinabalu and beyond.

  • Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.

Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. How long it'll take to get there in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is $773. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,585. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Toronto to BKI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • Affordable Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Toronto to BKI.

  • Find a cheap flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • September is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Kota Kinabalu based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your Toronto to BKI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • February has temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Kota Kinabalu

  • After booking your flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kota Kinabalu:

  • There are plenty of terrific things to do in Kota Kinabalu when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park followed by Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd..

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Kinabalu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres east of Kota Kinabalu, a visit to Sandakan will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of Malaysia, consider Tawau, roughly 274 kilometres southeast of Kota Kinabalu. D'mount kinabalu adventure, Jungleland and Hot Springs Tawau are among the biggest draws.

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