Travelling from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): What you need to know
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Montreal.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to BKI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Montreal to YHU in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 23 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Montreal to BKI flight? Unwind in a hotel near Montreal Metropolitan Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
About Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight.
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Currently, $1,753 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,476. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Montreal to BKI, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
September is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), while February is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Book your Montreal to BKI plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees temperatures of between 23ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kota Kinabalu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kota Kinabalu right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Montreal to Kota Kinabalu International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd. Are major attractions which should feature on any good Kota Kinabalu itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to explore more of Malaysia. Journey around 225 kilometres east to Sandakan to check off its popular sights. From Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 274 kilometres southeast of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another essential stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at D'mount kinabalu adventure, Jungleland and Hot Springs Tawau.
