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Cheapest return flight
543 €
Typical prices: 629 €-909 €
China Southern
Thu 8.11.Fri 16.11.
FRA - BKI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
472 €
Typical prices: 439 €-644 €
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8.3.
FRA - BKI • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kota Kinabalu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 17% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg 667 € (return)
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Shortest trip • 19h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Kota Kinabalu (FRA-BKI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Frankfurt to Kota Kinabalu

Sun, 8. Nov - Mon, 16. Nov
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 18:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
23h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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19:05 - 5:45BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
543 €China Southern
Sat, 31. Oct - Mon, 9. Nov
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11:25 - 18:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
23h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
19:05 - 5:45BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
543 €China Southern
Sat, 7. Nov - Mon, 16. Nov
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 18:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
23h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
19:05 - 5:45BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
610 €China Southern
Mon, 12. Oct - Sun, 18. Oct
China Southern Logo
19:20 - 23:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 55m2 stops Urumqi Chongqing Jiangbei Intl
China Southern Logo
1:45 - 17:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
21h 35m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Urumqi
628 €China Southern
Sun, 11. Oct - Sun, 18. Oct
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14:05 - 1:20FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
29h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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15:10 - 18:15BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
33h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb
720 €Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8. Nov - Mon, 16. Nov
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21:20 - 10:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
53h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:00 - 18:15BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
38h 15m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
729 €Etihad Airways
Fri, 12. Mar - Tue, 23. Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 - 18:40FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 50m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
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13:00 - 13:55BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
31h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
749 €Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11. Oct - Sat, 17. Oct
China Eastern Logo
19:10 - 0:30FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
23h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:30 - 17:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
21h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
832 €China Eastern
Mon, 12. Oct - Sun, 18. Oct
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14:30 - 0:30FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:30 - 6:05BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
34h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
951 €China Eastern
Mon, 21. Dec - Fri, 1. Jan
China Eastern Logo
13:35 - 0:30FRA  Frankfurt am Main-BKI Kota Kinabalu
27h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:30 - 5:45BKI  Kota Kinabalu-FRA Frankfurt am Main
35h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
1.286 €China Eastern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights

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How much is a return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu start at 543 €. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 629 € to 909 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 543 € on China Southern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu and is 17% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 32% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

472 €
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 53% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu

When to book flights from Frankfurt to Kota Kinabalu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt to Kota Kinabalu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu pass through?

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu most commonly connect through:

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 72% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    On the Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 38%. Saturday is the cheapest day at 617 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 987 € – a 370 € difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    A direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu takes 0h 00m, covering 17.253 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 543 € to 2.801 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 528 €, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Flying via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 46m, compared to 20h 58m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 29h 28m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu is 6 hours ahead of Frankfurt am Main Airport (Malaysia Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 13 € for economy cars. Top options include:
    • keddy by Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • KK Rent A Car
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight?

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu range from 629 € to 909 €, with an average of 743 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 629 € counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average 617 € – about 370 € less than Sunday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Kota Kinabalu trip for August. Fares historically average 617 € return in that month – typically 524 € less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
    - Goldenhill Hotel
    - Megah D'Aru Hotel

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