Kota Kinabalu travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kota Kinabalu
With a population of 457.326, Kota Kinabalu is the largest city in Sabah, Malaysia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kota Kinabalu has to offer.
When to visit Kota Kinabalu
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kota Kinabalu in April, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 22 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 351 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kota Kinabalu, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.
How to Get to Kota Kinabalu
Plane
When flying to Kota Kinabalu, you’ll arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kota Kinabalu from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 20h 10m.
Airlines serving Kota Kinabalu
Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu
From 5-star hotels such as the The Pacific Sutera Hotel to great affordable options like the Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £26 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £57 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include KK Times Square Hotel and Kk Waterfront Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kota Kinabalu
Most booked hotels in Kota Kinabalu
Hiring a car in Kota Kinabalu
Hiring a car in Kota Kinabalu costs £28 per day, on average, or £111 if you want to hire it for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Kota Kinabalu.
Expect to pay £0.34 per litre in Kota Kinabalu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £4.06 and £5.42. The most frequently booked car type in Kota Kinabalu is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Perodua Axia or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.