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Taxi
The guide was updated:There is no general taxi contact number in Kota Kinabalu, as taxis are plentiful and readily available. Hotels can easily book one for you if needed. For destinations such as resort hotels, fares are often fixed, but it’s advisable to agree on the price before starting your journey.
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Kota Kinabalu International Airport, abbreviated KKIA, is located just outside of Tanjung Aru, about 10-15 minutes away from the city. There are two terminals: the main KK International terminal and Terminal 2 that serves low cost carriers as well as full service airlines. Both use the same runways, but the terminals are separate.
To get from the terminal to the city you have to take the airport taxi. Vouchers can be collected from the taxi kiosk.
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Public Transport
KK is a relatively small city, and the centre is easy to navigate on foot. The only other real transport option is by taxi, and rates are reasonable.
If you are heading to the outlying areas like Tawau, Inanam, Penampang, Luyang, Beverly Hills, a less expensive alternative to taxis would be the popular minibuses. However, be aware that they are not air-conditioned.
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Taxi
There is no general taxi contact number in Kota Kinabalu, as taxis are plentiful and readily available. Hotels can easily book one for you if needed. For destinations such as resort hotels, fares are often fixed, but it’s advisable to agree on the price before starting your journey.
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Pharmacy
Kota Kinabalu is well provided for in terms of medical facilities and pharmacies. BIG Pharmacy, Caring Pharmacy and ALPRO Pharmacy are some of the popular chains.
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Post
The Malaysian postal system, operated by Pos Malaysia, ensures efficient mail and parcel delivery throughout the country, including Kota Kinabalu in Sabah. Pos Malaysia has several offices in the city.
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Telephone
Country code: +60
City code: 8
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Electricity
Electrical appliances are connected to Malaysia's power supply using a three-pin plug known as plug type G. It is the same plug used in the UK. Expect 220-240V at 50Hz.
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