Kota Kinabalu International Airport
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) (IATA: BKI, ICAO: WBKK) serves the city of Kota Kinabalu, the state capital of Sabah, Malaysia. KKIA is located approximately 8 km from the Kota Kinabalu city center, the state capital of Sabah, and it is the main gateway into the state of Sabah and into Borneo.
This airport first began as a military airfield built by the Japanese occupying
forces during World-War II.
Back then, it was also known as the Jesselton Airfield. Post independence in
1957, the airport has gone through various phases of upgrade and today, it is
the second busiest airport in Malaysia after Kuala
Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).
The Departure Hall column head design
is inspired by the ‘Wakid’ basket design.
A ‘Wakid’ is a symbolic native practice in preparing for a meaningful journey.
Some ethnic pattern of the Rungus and Bajau were also applied in the floor tiles
pattern. The new terminal has also been configured with 12 aerobridges.
Commercial activities are offered via duty free shops, retail outlets and food &
beverage outlets. In 2006, approximately 2 million tourists visited Sabah
through this airport, making it one of Malaysia s fastest growing regional
international airports.
There are more than 10 airlines operating in KKIA (including charters and seasonal). To
name but a few are AirAsia, Asiana Airlines, Cebu Pacific, Dragonair, Eastar
Jet, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines and Royal Brunei Airlines.
Terminals
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.
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.
Transportation
Bus: There is an airport bus serving between KKIA Terminal 1, KKIA Terminal 2
and the city centre. This is a cheaper option for passengers when compared to
taxi services. It takes about 20 to 40 minutes to reach the city, depending on
the traffic on the road.
Taxi: Taxi counters are located inside the airport near the exit balconies. The
fare is charged based on the distance. This is a pre-paid taxi service.
Fast Facts
Contact Information: Kota Kinabalu International Airport Beg Berkunci No 134, Aras 5,
Bangunan Terminal, 88740 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. Tel: +6088 325 555
Airlines operating to and from the airport: Asiana, Cathay Pacific, Dragonair,
Korean Air, Far eastern Air Transport, Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines,
Royal Brunei, Silk Air, TransAsia Air, Sabah Air, AirAsia
Distance from important points:
Mountaina Kinabalu - 58 km
City Centre - 5 km
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