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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu from $547

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BKI
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in March or April, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$547

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,086
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  • 1/3-9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Sat 1/301:00MEL - BKI
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/322:40BKI - MEL
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$547
Fri 21/213:35MEL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mScoot
Sun 2/320:05BKI - MEL
1 stop22h 15mScoot
Deal found 16/1$668
Thu 20/201:30MEL - BKI
2 stops15h 35mBatik Air
Sun 2/321:30BKI - MEL
2 stops29h 10mBatik Air
Deal found 16/1$682
Sun 2/315:10MEL - BKI
1 stop12h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/313:00BKI - MEL
1 stop17h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/1$824
Tue 1/712:30MEL - BKI
1 stop9h 45mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Tue 15/721:05BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 25mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 17/1$895
Sun 2/322:30MEL - BKI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 8/301:30BKI - MEL
1 stop33h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/1$1,120
Fri 11/408:00MEL - BKI
2 stops35h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 2/516:20BKI - MEL
2 stops36h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,537
Wed 12/211:25MEL - BKI
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Sun 23/203:30BKI - MEL
1 stop15h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 16/1$1,678

Find flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

01:00-11:20

1 stop13h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/3

22:40-23:45

1 stop22h 05m

$547

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Fri 21/2

13:35-11:30

1 stop24h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/3

20:05-21:20

1 stop22h 15m

$668

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

01:30-14:05

2 stops15h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/3

21:30-05:40

2 stops29h 10m

$682

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 2/3

15:10-00:55

1 stop12h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/3

13:00-09:25

1 stop17h 25m

$824

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 1/7

12:30-20:15

1 stop9h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 15/7

21:05-05:30

1 stop30h 25m

$895

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 2/3

22:30-00:30

1 stop29h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 8/3

01:30-14:05

1 stop33h 35m

$1,120

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Fri 11/4

08:00-17:00

2 stops35h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/5

16:20-06:30

2 stops36h 10m

$1,537

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

11:25-02:30

1 stop18h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 23/2

03:30-21:30

1 stop15h 00m

$1,678

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 47 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $821). 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 MEL to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 17 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17 January 2025.
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
922 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
277 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

China Eastern
7.0
Good
134 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Scoot
6.7
Okay
300 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne. On average, Kota Kinabalu has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 5 airlines. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Scoot, at $668, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Batik Air and Malaysia Airlines. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights have a stopover in Kuala Lumpur most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Berjaya Times Square are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur interested in visiting Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, or Berjaya Times Square can do so by traveling 46.6 km, 44.8 km, and 44.9 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those landing in Kuala Lumpur looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $51 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights?

    Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights have a stopover in Singapore least often.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $821). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$454Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$733Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Batik AirCheapest$775Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$832Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,060Average$2,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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