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Flight deals from Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.$779 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 9, returning Tue, Sep 23.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $779, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$843 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 31, returning Sat, Aug 9.Round-trip flight with Air India and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, Jul 31, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, Aug 9, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $843, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$843 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 1, returning Sat, Nov 15.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, Nov 1, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, Nov 15, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $843, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$865 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 27, returning Fri, Oct 17.Round-trip flight with Air India and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, Sep 27, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, Oct 17, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $865, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$889 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 29, returning Sun, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with China Eastern and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, Aug 29, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, Sep 7, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $889, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$898 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 20, returning Tue, Mar 31.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, Mar 20, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Mar 31, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $898, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$906 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 24, returning Sun, Aug 31.Round-trip flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, Aug 24, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, Aug 31, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $906, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$945 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 8, returning Thu, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with transavia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with transavia, departing from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, Jan 8, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, Jan 15, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $945, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $1,064
Aug
from $906
Sep
from $779
Oct
from $972
Nov
from $843
Dec
from $1,118
Jan
from $945
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Mar
from $898
Apr
from $1,120
May
from $1,042
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Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

Amsterdam to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$779
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu is $779. 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 Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from $779.
There are no flights flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport 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.
Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • Kota Kinabalu is seven hours ahead of Amsterdam and observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Your AMS to BKI flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AMS and BKI include:

    • Changi International Airport

    • Incheon International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • Currently, $471 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $779. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from AMS to BKI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AMS to BKI.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, 67.93% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 23 kilometers from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near AMS:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • If you have a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near BKI:

  • Grab a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car and explore Kota Kinabalu and beyond with your own set of wheels. NH Travel, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Kota Kinabalu International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

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

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport is roughly 8 kilometers from central Kota Kinabalu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Kota Kinabalu. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from AMS to BKI in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Sandakan is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kota Kinabalu. Around 225 kilometers away to the east, its best attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

  • Around 274 kilometers south-east of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..

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