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Kota Kinabalu International Airport

Kota Kinabalu International Airport

Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kota Kinabalu
Summary
Airport typePublic
OwnerKhazanah Nasional
OperatorMalaysia Airports
ServesGreater Kota Kinabalu (also West Coast and Interior divisions of Sabah)
LocationKepayan and Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Hub for
Operating base forAirAsia
Time zoneMST (UTC+08:00)
Elevation AMSL3 m / 10 ft
Coordinates05°56′41″N 116°03′31″E / 5.94472°N 116.05861°E / 5.94472; 116.05861
Websiteairports.malaysiaairports.com.my/kota-kinabalu
Map
BKI/WBKK is located in Sabah
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BKI/WBKK
Location in Sabah state
BKI/WBKK is located in East Malaysia
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BKI/WBKK
Location in East Malaysia
BKI/WBKK is located in Borneo
BKI/WBKK
BKI/WBKK
Location in Borneo
BKI/WBKK is located in Malaysia
BKI/WBKK
BKI/WBKK
Location in Malaysia
BKI/WBKK is located in Southeast Asia
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Location in Southeast Asia
Map
Runways
Direction Length Surface
m ft
02/20 3,780 12,402 Asphalt
Statistics (2023)
Passengers7,044,345 (Increase 40.3%)
Cargo (tonnes)56,927 (Decrease 16.3%)
Aircraft movements60,490 (Increase 13.8%)
Source: official website[1]
AIP Malaysia[2]

Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) (IATA: BKI, ICAO: WBKK) is an international airport in Kota Kinabalu, the state capital of Sabah, Malaysia, approximately 8 km (5.0 mi) southwest of the city centre. In 2023, the airport handled over 7 million passengers passengers, making it the second busiest airport in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur International Airport in terms of both passenger and aircraft movements, though the number fell short of its peak in 2019, when it recorded over 9 million passengers passengers. It is also the third busiest in Malaysia for cargo.

As the primary gateway to East Malaysia, KKIA serves as the main hub for MASwings and a secondary hub for Firefly and Malaysia Airlines.[3][4] Additionally, it is the second largest hub for AirAsia Malaysia, after KLIA2.[5] The airport is also home to several general aviation companies, including Sabah Air Aviation, Sabah Flying Club, Sazma Aviation and Layang Layang Aerospace, which have established their main bases at KKIA.

History

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Kota Kinabalu International Airport

Military Airfield and Post-War Development

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The airport began as a military airfield built by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II.[6] It was originally known as Jesselton Airfield, with Kota Kinabalu then being called Jesselton. The airfield suffered significant damage from Allied bombings towards the end of the war.[7] After the war, the Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) of North Borneo, which later became part of Malaysia's Sabah state, took over the airport's operation and maintenance.

With the end of the war, Jesselton Airfield was rehabilitated for civilian use. The Department of Civil Aviation began overseeing its operations and maintenance. This marked the beginning of its transition from a military installation to a public airport, laying the foundation for future commercial air travel in the region.

Transition to Civil Aviation

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Regular passenger services commenced in May 1949 with a weekly flight operated by Malayan Airways from Singapore, stopping at Kuching and Labuan. The route was extended to Sandakan in September 1949.[8] By 1950, the airport became a stopover point for biweekly flights between Hong Kong and Labuan, via Manila and Sandakan, operated by Cathay Pacific.[9][10]

As domestic air travel grew, Sabah Airways Limited (later known as Borneo Airways) started operations in 1953, connecting Kota Kinabalu to other towns in Sabah, including Sandakan, Kudat, Ranau, Keningau and Tawau.[11] This expansion significantly boosted the airport's importance as a regional hub.

With increasing air traffic and the need to accommodate larger aircraft, the airport began significant infrastructure upgrades. By 1957, the airport's original grass strip runway was resurfaced with bitumen, and a new terminal was constructed.[6] This marked the beginning of the airport's transformation into a modern facility capable of handling more frequent commercial flights.

The runway underwent further extensions in the following years. By 1959, the runway was lengthened to 1,593 meters, allowing the operation of turboprop aircraft like the Malayan Airways turboprop Viscount aircraft. In 1963, the runway was lengthened again to 1,921 meters to accommodate the Comet 4 operated by Malaysian Airways.

As passenger traffic grew, the need for a larger terminal became apparent. In 1967, Cathay Pacific began operating a twice-weekly Convair 880 jet service to Hong Kong with a stop in Manila.[12]

Expansion Plans and New Terminal Construction

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In 1969, a British consultancy firm was appointed to develop a Master Plan for the airport,[citation needed] which included proposals for significant upgrades, such as reinforcing and extending the runway to 2,987 meters to accommodate Boeing 707 and 747 jets, building a new terminal, and installing modern navigation and communication systems.

During the 1970s and 1980s, a new terminal was built on the opposite side of the runway, with almost all commercial flights shifted to this larger, more modern terminal. The original terminal became known as the "Old Airport" (Airport Lama).

Corporatisation and Modernisation

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In 1992, the Department of Civil Aviation of Sabah was corporatised, and Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad took over the management of KKIA.[6] A major expansion project for both terminals began in 2006, with Terminal 1 undergoing renovation and the runway extended to 3,780 meters, allowing the airport to accommodate larger aircraft like the Airbus A380.

Schematic map of the airport

A major renovation and expansion of Terminal 1 was approved in mid-2005 by the Malaysian federal government, with the project costing RM1.4 billion. The runway was extended from 2,988 m (9,803 ft) to 3,780 m (12,402 ft), and the size of Terminal 1 was increased 34,000 m2 (370,000 sq ft) to 87,000 m2 (940,000 sq ft). The airport's air traffic control tower was relocated to a new standalone structure.[13] The expanded Terminal 1 can accommodate four Boeing 747s, one Airbus A330, seven Boeing 737s, three Fokker 50s and three Dorniers at any given time. It has 12 jetways for passenger use.[14][15]

The expansion allowed KKIA to handle the world's largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380. As a result, the airport's capacity increased to 12 million passengers annually—9 million for Terminal 1 and 3 million for Terminal 2.[16]

Terminal 2, originally known as "Airport Lama," was the first terminal at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. After most operations moved to the new terminal in the 1980s, it remained inactive until 2006, when it was renovated to accommodate Low-cost carriers. The renovation was completed ahead of schedule, and the terminal reopened on 1 January 2007, in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2007.[17]

Due to congestion and limited space, all operations were eventually consolidated into Terminal 1, leading to Terminal 2's closure on 1 December 2015. The terminal is now used for cargo, charter flights, and general aviation.[18]

Future Developments

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In July 2023, Malaysia Airports Sdn Bhd (MASB) announced a RM8.4 million allocation for a facelift program. The project includes refurbishing public toilets, resurfacing the runway, upgrading commercial lots and modernising the public address (PA) system to improve passenger comfort and operational efficiency.[19]

In October 2023, Transport Minister Anthony Loke revealed long-term expansion plans aimed at increasing the airport's capacity from 9 million to 15.4 million passengers annually. As part of these efforts, the Transport Ministry is exploring the acquisition of adjacent land to facilitate the expansion under the 12th Malaysia Plan. The development is currently in the master planning phase, with consultations involving architecture and development firms.[20] Currently developers and architecture companies are on the masterplanning phase for this project.[21]

By the first quarter of 2024, Malaysia Airports unveiled a detailed three-year action plan for the airport's expansion, divided into two phases. Planned upgrades include extending the international terminal building by adding one additional gate, constructing new aircraft bays and developing a multi-level car park. Additionally, significant improvements to both landside and airside facilities will be implemented. These upgrades will boost Terminal 1's capacity from 10 million to 12 million passengers annually and enable the airport to accommodate up to 33 aircraft simultaneously.[22]

On November 13, 2024, the Transport Ministry approved a RM442.3 million investment for the airport's expansion and modernisation. This funding will support infrastructure enhancements to ensure KKIA remains equipped to handle increasing passenger volumes and play a pivotal role in supporting Sabah's tourism and business sectors, as well as regional economic growth.[23]

Proposed relocation to Kimanis

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For the proposed airport in Kimanis, see KKIA@Kimanis.

In June 2022, Berjaya Land and Sabah's Qhazanah Sabah Bhd signed a memorandum of understanding to explore relocating Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) to Kimanis, about 60 km from the city.[24][25] By July 2023, Qhazanah Sabah's chairman reported positive feedback from a feasibility study presented to the Sabah Economic Planning Unit and Transport Ministry, though final approval awaited the State Cabinet's decision.

The proposal involved developing 6,070.5 hectares for the new airport, airport city and related infrastructure. However, it faced widespread criticism for its necessity, the proposed site's rural location,[26] the inconvenience to passengers, and the lack of public transportation.[27] Critics also argued the existing airport could be expanded and that relocation would economically disadvantage Kota Kinabalu.[28]

By early 2024, Sabah's Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and Federal Minister of Transport Anthony Loke confirmed there were no plans to relocate, citing the current airport's sufficiency and the high costs of the new site.[29][30]

Terminals

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Check-in counters, Terminal 1
Narrow-body gate view of terminal 1 and hangar
Airbus A330-300 at Kota Kinabalu International Airport
View from the apron

Terminal 1

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Terminal 1 is the newer and the main terminal of KKIA. It can be accessed via Jalan Kepayan, Jalan Lintas and Jalan Putatan located in the suburb or township of Kepayan. The terminal is capable of handling 9 million passengers per annum and is equipped with the following facilities:

The Departure Hall column head design is inspired by the 'Wakid' basket design. A 'Wakid' is, in Sabahan tradition, a symbol of preparing for a meaningful journey. Some ethnic patterns of the Rungus and Bajau ethnic groups are also incorporated into the design of the floor tiles.

The first flight to depart at the new wing was MH2637 to Kuala Lumpur at 06:50 while the last flight at the old wing was at 00:25. Malaysia Airlines is the main operating airline in this terminal.[31]

Generally, flights operating into and out of KKIA Terminal 1 are serviced by narrow-body aircraft. However, during peak travel periods, airlines such as Malaysia Airlines,[32] AirAsia,[33] Batik Air Malaysia[34] and Jin Air[35] will upgrade their equipment to wide-body aircraft such as the Airbus A330-300 and Boeing 777-200LR.

Additionally, KKIA was the first airport in Malaysia to welcome the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, operated by Royal Brunei during several product introductory flights in November 2013.[36] As to date, the largest aircraft to have utilize the terminal are the B777-300ER[citation needed] and Airbus A350 XWB.[37]

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, KKIA experienced issues during peak periods where aircraft parking is limited. A temporary workaround by Malaysian Airports was the introduction of a few new aircraft remote bays situated beside the MASkargo hangar. The remote bay allows either three additional narrowbody aircraft or one widebody and one narrowbody aircraft at any given time. Also introduced was the revision on current turboprop aircraft to narrowbody jet parking to allow more B737/A320 aircraft.[38] The remote bay construction has been completed in August 2022 which mostly use by freighter airlines.[citation needed]

Terminal 2

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Antonov-124 at Terminal 2

Terminal 2 was the original terminal building of the airport when it was first built. It is accessed via Jalan Mat Salleh in Tanjung Aru and is located on the other side of the runway from Terminal 1. Terminal 2 served charter and low-cost carriers, the main airline utilizing the terminal being AirAsia.

In 2006, Terminal 2 underwent a major renovation and extension to accommodate low-cost carriers, reopening on 1 January 2007 in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2007. The works were completed 27 months ahead of schedule. It had 26 check-in counters for domestic and international flights and nine parking bays capable for narrow-body aircraft as well as seven luggage x-ray machines, a VIP room and 13 immigration counters. The terminal had the capacity to handle 3 million passengers annually.[16]

The lobby hall at Terminal 2 during its operation

However, with limited expansion space and the congestion at Terminal 2, as well as to consolidate all airlines operations in one terminal, airlines at Terminal 2 was ordered to move to Terminal 1. The decision was opposed by AirAsia, and the airline refused to move despite a government directive to do so, missing the deadline five times as of 1 August 2015.[39] The issue was resolved when AirAsia agreed to move to Terminal 1 on 1 December 2015, and Terminal 2 was closed at midnight that day.[17] The terminal will be converted for cargo, charter, VIP flights and general aviation use.[18]

The Terminal currently serves for cargo operators such as Raya Airways and several General Aviation companies such as Weststar and Layang-Layang. Recently, during a state event with many VIPs in attendance, private jets on charter were moved to Terminal 2 to avoid congestion aircraft parking bays on Terminal 1. This includes a Boeing BBJ2 and Boeing 747-8 (BBJ).[40]

Airlines and destinations

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Passenger

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AirlinesDestinations
AirAsia Beijing–Daxing,[41] Bintulu, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Ho Chi Minh City,[42][43] Hong Kong, Jieyang,[44][45][46] Johor Bahru,[47] Kaohsiung,[48] Kota Bharu, Kuala Lumpur–International, Kuala Lumpur–Subang,[49] Kuching, Kunming,[50][51] Manado,[52] Miri, Ningbo,[53] Penang, Sandakan, Seoul–Incheon,[5][54] Shanghai–Pudong, Shenzhen, Sibu, Singapore, Taipei–Taoyuan, Tawau, Wuhan
AirAsia X Seasonal: Kuala Lumpur–International[55]
Air Busan Busan[56][57]
Asiana Airlines Seasonal: Seoul–Incheon[58]
Batik Air Malaysia Kuala Lumpur–International, Kuala Lumpur–Subang (begins 17 January 2025),[59] Tawau (resumes 17 January 2025)[59]
China Southern Airlines Guangzhou
Firefly Kuching, Kuala Lumpur–Subang,[60] Penang, Sandakan, Tawau[61]
Indonesia AirAsia Denpasar,[62] Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta[63]
Jeju Air Busan,[64] Seoul–Incheon
Seasonal: Muan[65]
Jin Air Seoul–Incheon
Malaysia Airlines Kuala Lumpur–International, Tokyo–Haneda (resumes 24 February 2025)[66]
MASwings Labuan, Lahad Datu, Lawas, Limbang, Mulu
Philippines AirAsia Manila
Royal Brunei Airlines Bandar Seri Begawan
Scoot Singapore[67]
Shanghai Airlines Shanghai–Pudong[68]
T'way Air Seoul–Incheon[69]
XiamenAir Fuzhou[70]

Cargo

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AirlinesDestinations
Kargo Xpress[71] Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur–International, Shenzhen
MASkargo Bandar Seri Begawan, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur–International, Labuan
Raya Airways Kuala Lumpur–International, Kuala Lumpur–Subang, Nanning
SF Airlines Shenzhen
Teleport
operated by AirAsia 		Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur–International[72]
World Cargo Airlines Kuala Lumpur–International, Macau, Miri

Traffic and statistics

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Traffic

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Annual passenger traffic at BKI airport. See Wikidata query.
Annual passenger numbers and aircraft statistics
Year Passengers
handled 		Passenger
% change 		Cargo
(tonnes) 		Cargo
% change 		Aircraft
movements 		Aircraft
% change
1994 2,096,241 Steady 24,270 Steady 40,608 Steady
1995 2,554,181 Increase 21.8 29,537 Increase 21.7 43,882 Increase 8.0
1996 2,622,190 Increase 2.7 23,099 Decrease 21.8 45,726 Increase 4.2
1997 2,732,146 Increase 4.2 37,203 Increase 61.1 49,148 Increase 7.5
1998 2,393,431 Decrease 12.9 27,942 Decrease 24.9 38,716 Decrease 21.2
1999 2,752,207 Increase 15.0 27,087 Decrease 3.1 40,634 Increase 5.0
2000 3,092,326 Increase 12.3 27,347 Increase 1.0 41,411 Increase 2.0
2001 3,036,196 Decrease 1.8 24,887 Decrease 9.0 40,157 Decrease 3.0
2002 3,256,212 Increase 7.2 28,112 Increase 13.0 44,528 Increase 10.9
2003 3,302,366 Increase 1.4 25,638 Decrease 8.8 44,748 Increase 0.5
2004 3,918,201 Increase 18.6 27,191 Increase 6.1 52,352 Increase 17.0
2005 3,975,136 Increase 1.4 25,473 Decrease 6.3 51,824 Decrease 1.0
2006 4,015,221 Increase 1.0 28,356 Increase 11.3 52,055 Increase 0.4
2007 4,399,939 Increase 9.6 35,638 Increase 25.7 52,047 Decrease 0.01
2008 4,689,164 Increase 6.6 34,532 Decrease 3.1 54,317 Increase 4.4
2009 4,868,526 Increase 3.8 25,079 Decrease 27.4 53,554 Decrease 1.4
2010 5,223,454 Increase 7.3 26,733 Increase 6.6 55,241 Increase 3.2
2011 5,808,639 Increase 11.2 28,534 Increase 6.7 59,638 Increase 8.0
2012 5,848,135 Increase 0.7 23,563 Decrease 17.4 58,366 Decrease 2.1
2013 6,929,692 Increase 18.5 21,922 Decrease 7.0 67,601 Increase 15.8
2014 6,792,968 Decrease 2.1 23,769 Increase 8.4 73,074 Increase 8.1
2015 6,573,461 Decrease 3.2 24,768 Increase 4.2 71,209 Decrease 2.6
2016 7,263,339 Increase 10.5 28,764 Increase 16.1 70,138 Decrease 1.5
2017 8,006,446 Increase 10.2 27,372 Decrease 4.8 73,237 Increase 4.4
2018 8,622,488 Increase 7.7 28,039 Increase 2.4 79,044 Increase 7.9
2019 9,445,494 Increase 9.5 28,664 Increase 2.2 83,580 Increase 5.7
2020 2,302,514 Decrease 75.6 41,724 Increase 45.6 32,081 Decrease 61.6
2021 1,123,673 Decrease 51.2 63,104 Increase 51.2 23,634 Decrease 26.3
2022 5,022,516 Increase 347.0 68,000 Increase 7.8 53,148 Increase 55.5
2023 7,044,345 Increase 40.3 56,927 Decrease 16.3 60,490 Increase 13.8
Source: Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad[73]

Statistics

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Busiest flights out of Kota Kinabalu International Airport by frequency as of July 2024
Rank Destination Frequency
(weekly)
1 Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur 168
2 Sabah Tawau 57
3 Sabah Sandakan 35
4 Sarawak Kuching 29
5 Sabah Lahad Datu 28
6 South Korea Seoul 25
7 Labuan Labuan 21
8 China Guangzhou 21
9 Penang Penang 17
9 Johor Johor Bahru 17
10 Hong Kong Hong Kong 15
11 China Shanghai 14
12 Singapore Singapore 13
13 Sarawak Miri 12
14 Brunei Bandar Seri Begawan 8
15 China Beijing 7
15 China Hangzhou 7
15 Sarawak Mulu 7
15 China Shenzhen 7
15 Sarawak Sibu 7
15 Taiwan Taipei 7
15 China Wuhan 7
16 Sarawak Bintulu 5
17 South Korea Busan 4
17 Philippines Manila 4
17 Indonesia Jakarta 4
18 China Fuzhou 3
18 Kelantan Kota Bharu 3
18 Sarawak Limbang 3

Accidents and incidents

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See also

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