Flying from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's major terminals.
Kota Kinabalu is 12 hours ahead of Toronto. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Toronto to BKI.
With more travelers during high season, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometers from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the center of Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometers or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at 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 on track, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kilometers or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that leave from YKF make it to their destination within the expected time frame 63.64% of the time.
About Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near BKI and hit the lights earlier:
Pick up 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.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Currently, $542 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,170. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to BKI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Kota Kinabalu. August is when most people book flights from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
When booking your Toronto to BKI plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Kota Kinabalu
Start your Kota Kinabalu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park and Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Kota Kinabalu to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd..
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometers east of Kota Kinabalu, a trip to Sandakan will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary (Pusat Pemulihan Orangutan), Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park.
Around 274 kilometers south-east of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another essential stop in Malaysia. Start your sightseeing at D'mount kinabalu adventure, Jungleland and Hot Springs Tawau.
