Kota Kinabalu to Singapore (BKI–SIN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BKI–SIN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia and Scoot lead the route. The flight covers 889 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK AirAsia | 11 | 32A, 32N | 2h15-2h25 | – | – | – |
| OD Batik Air Malaysia | 7 | 738 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
| TR Scoot | 7 | 32Q | 2h25-2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Singapore from Kota Kinabalu
| Metric | BKI→SIN | BWN→SIN | MYY→SIN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKI | – | 103 mi | 180 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 25 | 25 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 2h 5m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
BKI: +08 · SIN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu, it's 6:00 PM in Singapore.
Malaysian passport holders enter Singapore visa-free for up to 30 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. An electronic visit pass (e-Pass) is issued at the checkpoint on arrival. All travelers must complete the SG Arrival Card electronically within 3 days before arrival through the ICA website or app.
MRT from T1/T2/T3 to City Hall takes about 30 minutes (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link card). Trains run from 5:31am to midnight. For Terminal 4, take the free inter-terminal shuttle bus to T2 first.
Taxis from arrivals cost S$20–35 to Orchard or Marina Bay, including airport surcharge (S$5) and possible peak surcharges. Grab is cheaper and very reliable in Singapore. Coach buses serve Johor Bahru (Malaysia) from the airport.
Equatorial climate with no true seasons, hot (26–33°C) and humid year-round. Changi is one of the most reliable airports in Asia for flight operations: thunderstorm cells are intense but brief, typically clearing within 1–2 hours. Most delays are weather-related and short.
Northeast monsoon (November–January) brings the most consistent rain, sometimes for days at a time. Haze from Indonesian forest fires (typically August–October) occasionally reduces visibility and triggers air quality warnings, but rarely grounds flights. Changi's operational efficiency means it handles weather disruptions better than most airports its size.
BKI–SIN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKI to SIN
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia and Scoot. With 25 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BKI to SIN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKI to SIN ranges from 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 889 miles (1,431 km). There are approximately 25 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 37 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via JHB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) and Miri (MYY).