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BKI — MEL
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

What to know about flights from Kota Kinabalu

Discover essential information about flights departing from Kota Kinabalu, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Kota Kinabalu airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

Cheapest one-way flight

$62

Cheapest airline

Firefly

Most popular destination

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
The cheapest one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu is currently to Kuala Lumpur Intl.
On average, Firefly currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu.
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) is currently the most popular flight destination from Kota Kinabalu.

Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 547,580 searches.
Wed 29/523:15BKI - MEL
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/607:00MEL - BKI
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$739
Wed 29/507:00BKI - MEL
2 stops44h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/607:00MEL - BKI
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$770
Sat 18/511:30BKI - MEL
1 stop18h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 15/813:25MEL - BKI
1 stop13h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$913
Wed 29/509:20BKI - MEL
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/612:05MEL - BKI
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,016
Wed 29/523:15BKI - MEL
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/600:30MEL - BKI
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,021
Thu 15/812:05BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 10mScoot
Mon 19/812:45MEL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mScoot
Deal found 6/5$1,027
Sat 18/512:05BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 10mScoot
Thu 15/812:45MEL - BKI
1 stop34h 05mScoot
Deal found 7/5$1,151
Tue 28/501:30BKI - MEL
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/621:20MEL - BKI
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,398
Tue 6/819:05BKI - BNE
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/910:10BNE - BKI
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,399

Last-minute flight deals from Kota Kinabalu

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from Kota Kinabalu. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 8 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 547,580 searches.
Sat 18/511:30BKI - MEL
1 stop18h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 15/813:25MEL - BKI
1 stop13h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$913
Sat 18/519:20BKI - MEL
2 stops47h 20mChina Southern
Thu 15/810:20MEL - BKI
1 stop34h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 8/5$1,646
Sat 18/519:20BKI - MEL
2 stops47h 20mChina Southern
Thu 15/816:00MEL - BKI
2 stops52h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 8/5$2,152

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from Kota Kinabalu to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 547,580 searches and data was last updated 8 May 2024.
Tue 4/606:35BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 11/608:10TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/5$105
Tue 21/506:35BKI - SDK
1 stop5h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 23/511:05SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$143
Tue 9/706:35BKI - SDK
1 stop5h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 13/711:05SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$151
Sat 29/605:20BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 5/721:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$163
Tue 6/821:30BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Wed 7/808:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 7/5$172
Thu 27/619:05BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 5/721:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$189
Wed 7/814:25BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 10/817:20PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/5$190
Tue 21/506:35BKI - SDK
1 stop5h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 23/512:35SDK - BKI
1 stop4h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$196
Thu 27/607:30BKI - SDK
1 stop2h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 27/612:35SDK - BKI
1 stop2h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/5$201

International flights from Kota Kinabalu

Explore international flight options available from Kota Kinabalu. Discover the destinations served by airlines operating from Kota Kinabalu, compare fares, and find the ideal international flight for your travel plans. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches, with fares last updated on 8 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 547,580 searches.
Fri 9/805:20BKI - MNL
1 stop8h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 11/815:05MNL - BKI
1 stop8h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$462
Wed 25/905:20BKI - MNL
1 stop9h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 29/906:30MNL - BKI
1 stop11h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/5$567
Tue 24/900:30BKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mJeju Air
Sun 29/923:10MNL - BKI
1 stop24h 20mJeju Air
Deal found 7/5$815
Sun 26/521:30BKI - KTM
1 stop20h 50mBatik Air
Tue 28/520:55KTM - BKI
1 stop21h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 7/5$951
Wed 25/910:15BKI - MNL
2 stops11h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 29/912:50MNL - BKI
1 stop10h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,361
Thu 8/800:30BKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mJeju Air
Sun 11/823:10MNL - BKI
1 stop24h 20mJeju Air
Deal found 8/5$1,386
Tue 24/901:30BKI - MNL
1 stop23h 50mChina Eastern
Sat 28/903:55MNL - BKI
1 stop20h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/5$2,427

Find flights from Kota Kinabalu within your budget

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$739 - $1,399

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Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 29/5

1 stop28h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 2/6

1 stop27h 45m

$739

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 29/5

2 stops44h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 2/6

1 stop13h 05m

$770

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 18/5

1 stop18h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 15/8

1 stop13h 15m

$913

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 29/5

2 stops18h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 2/6

2 stops16h 15m

$1,016

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 29/5

1 stop20h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 1/6

2 stops17h 40m

$1,021

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/8

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

1 stop24h 35m

$1,027

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 18/5

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 15/8

1 stop34h 05m

$1,151

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/5

1 stop29h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 2/6

1 stop25h 30m

$1,398

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/8

2 stops35h 20m

Brisbane

Thu 5/9

1 stop34h 10m

$1,399

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

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When is the best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Kota Kinabalu would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Thursday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip from Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu is currently $817 while a return flight costs $1,048. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu (average of $290). Flying from Kota Kinabalu in December will prove the most costly (average of $778). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$237

February

$205

March

$236

April

$214

May

$199

June

$213

July

$233

August

$204

September

$227

October

$225

November

$240

December

$266

Airline reviews for flights from Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Kota Kinabalu. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 547,580 searches.
8.3
Very Good
1,458 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,458 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,458 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.5
Good
396 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,458 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.2
Good
529 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,458 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

6.6
Okay
313 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,458 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

6.6
Okay
62 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,458 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Kota Kinabalu are Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, Kuching, Tawau. Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, Kuching, Penang are the most popular locations from Kota Kinabalu year round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kota Kinabalu to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Kota Kinabalu for as low as $35 to Sibu (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $127 to fly from Kota Kinabalu.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found AirAsia, Firefly, and MYAirline to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Kota Kinabalu. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: AirAsia flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl ($35). Firefly flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang Intl ($38). MYAirline flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl ($61).

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu?

    We've found Labuan, Bandar Seri Begawan, and Sandakan as options for shorter direct flights within 114 km of Kota Kinabalu. These locations can be great options for travelers looking to go somewhere and back quickly.

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    If flights to distant destinations are more of your preference, check pricing for Tokyo, Beijing, and Seoul.

  • What are popular destinations to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu offers frequent flights to Kuala Lumpur (354 flights per day), Seoul (66 flights per day) and Tawau (38 flights per day).

  • Which airlines fly from Kota Kinabalu?

    When flying from Kota Kinabalu check dates and pricing for the following: Firefly, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, MYAirline. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Penang, Adelaide.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu is February. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Kota Kinabalu would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Thursday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu?

    The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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