What is the tower frequency at WBKK?

The tower frequency at Kota Kinabalu is 118.3 MHz.

Does WBKK require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia).

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Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu (WBKK/BKI) serves Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (02/20). Field elevation is 10 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: WBKK
Name: Kota Kinabalu
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 5.932743
Longitude: 116.049324
Elevation: 10 ft
Country: Malaysia
Municipality: Kota Kinabalu
IATA Code: BKI
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Kuching
Distance from City: 5.7 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02/20

Designation: 02/20
Dimensions: 9800 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.300 MHz
Ground: 121.600 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 127.400 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx MYR 18/ton
Parking Fee: MYR 12/ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: MYR
Remarks: Fees set by Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad. Well-regulated fee structure.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by Petronas or Shell Malaysia. Into-plane service at major airports.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at international airports. APIS recommended.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Good aviation infrastructure. Modern facilities at major airports.

Alternates

WBSB

ICAO: WBSB
Name: Brunei Intl
Distance (NM): 89.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ available. Visa requirements vary by nationality.

Airport Services

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Malaysia Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 1d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 3 working days before departure
Landing Lead Time: 3 working days before landing

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAM notification, 1-2 days processing.

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Nearby Airports

WBKU Kuala Penyu Airport 34 NM WBKG Keningau Airport 35 NM WBKB Kota Belud Airport 36 NM WBKR Ranau Airport 38 NM WBKL Labuan Airport 61 NM WBKE Telupid Airport 67 NM WBGW Lawas Airport 76 NM WBKT Kudat Airport 76 NM

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at WBKK?: The tower frequency at Kota Kinabalu is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at WBKK?: Kota Kinabalu offers Jet A-1.
Does WBKK require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia).

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