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Sabah's gateway to Borneo and beyond.
Opened
1936
Location
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI/WBKK) is the main international airport serving Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah state in Malaysian Borneo. It is the second busiest airport in Malaysia by passenger traffic, handling tens of millions of passengers annually and serving as a critical hub for travel to and from the island of Borneo.
The airport is operated by Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) and features two terminals: the main international Terminal 1 and the low-cost Terminal 2, which primarily handles AirAsia operations. It connects Sabah to major cities across Malaysia as well as international destinations in Asia and beyond.
Kota Kinabalu is a popular tourist destination known for Mount Kinabalu and its natural heritage, making the airport a key entry point for ecotourism. The airport has undergone various expansion and modernization works to accommodate growing passenger demand in the region.
Terminals
The airport operates two terminals: Terminal 1 for full-service and international flights, and Terminal 2 (KKIA T2) primarily serving AirAsia low-cost operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis, ride-hailing services, and public buses connecting the airport to Kota Kinabalu city centre, located approximately 8 kilometres away.
Airlines here
Major airlines operating here include Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, AirAsia X, Batik Air Malaysia, and various regional carriers connecting to destinations across Asia.
Notable facts
- ›Second busiest airport in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
- ›Serves as a key gateway for tourism to Sabah, including Mount Kinabalu and the Coral Triangle.
- ›Operated by Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB).
- ›The airport runway extends close to the South China Sea coastline, offering scenic approaches.
- ›Has international routes to China, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, and other Asian destinations.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
