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Cheap flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu from $213

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — BKI
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 719,399 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Fri 28/2

21:30-11:15

2 stops13h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 4/3

13:05-00:50

1 stop11h 45m

$544

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/3

21:50-11:30

1 stop16h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/4

19:55-20:45

1 stop21h 50m

$570

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Wed 8/1

00:25-11:15

1 stop10h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 19/1

08:35-23:45

2 stops15h 10m

$614

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Fri 21/2

07:25-20:40

2 stops13h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/3

21:30-15:55

1 stop18h 25m

$663

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Thu 20/2

02:25-16:25

2 stops14h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/3

13:00-01:25

1 stop12h 25m

$763

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 3/12

07:10-00:30

2 stops20h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 10/12

09:00-04:15

2 stops16h 15m

$766

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/3

21:50-00:25

2 stops29h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/4

22:00-12:35

2 stops35h 35m

$766

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

00:30-11:10

1 stop13h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 20/3

11:55-09:25

1 stop18h 30m

$774

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

07:45-10:40

2 stops29h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 8/3

21:30-05:40

2 stops29h 10m

$843

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/3

12:10-17:05

2 stops31h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/4

15:00-11:00

1 stop17h 00m

$874

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Cheap flight deals from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Australia (AU0) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Tue 3/1207:10MEL - BKI
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1209:00BKI - MEL
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$766
Mon 9/1209:00SYD - BKI
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/1209:40BKI - SYD
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$908
Thu 26/1221:30PER - BKI
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/112:25BKI - PER
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$944
Mon 23/1200:25PER - BKI
1 stop10h 50mAirAsia
Thu 2/113:05BKI - PER
1 stop10h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 20/11$1,030
Thu 21/1113:35MEL - BKI
1 stop31h 10mScoot
Thu 28/1112:30BKI - MEL
1 stop20h 10mScoot
Deal found 20/11$1,107
Thu 28/1114:05SYD - BKI
1 stop30h 40mScoot
Sun 12/120:05BKI - SYD
1 stop21h 30mScoot
Deal found 20/11$1,305
Thu 19/1201:30MEL - BKI
1 stop26h 00mBatik Air
Mon 30/1221:30BKI - MEL
1 stop27h 45mBatik Air
Deal found 20/11$1,615
Mon 9/1213:30SYD - BKI
2 stops38h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 14/1201:30BKI - SYD
3 stops30h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/11$2,038
Fri 20/1211:25MEL - BKI
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Sun 29/1203:30BKI - MEL
2 stops32h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11$2,130
Mon 23/1208:10SYD - BKI
1 stop21h 20mChina Southern
Thu 2/103:30BKI - SYD
2 stops27h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11$2,594
Sat 21/1222:30MEL - BKI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 10/101:30BKI - MEL
1 stop33h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$3,007
Thu 26/1205:35PER - BKI
2 stops42h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 1/101:30BKI - PER
2 stops42h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$4,304

Best time to book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $760). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu as you normally would.

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Batik Air, Malaysia Airlines and Scoot from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

China Southern
7.7
Good
122 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
300 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

China Eastern
7.0
Good
220 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Indonesia AirAsia
6.7
Okay
57 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Australia?

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Australia. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $213 on Scoot. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia X from $220 and Indonesia AirAsia from $270 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Kota Kinabalu, Perth - Kota Kinabalu or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kota Kinabalu when deciding on the best route from Australia to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $760). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 719,399 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
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ScootCheapest$328Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$373Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapest$430Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$641Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$699Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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China SouthernCheapest$782Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$849Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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