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Cheap flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu from $72

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 30/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — BKI
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$99

One-way from

$85
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 14/4-22/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 20m total
  • Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu
21/3
  • 21/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 10m total
  • Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

Find flight deals from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 14/409:15KUL - BKI
1 stop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/423:25BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$99
Mon 14/407:15KUL - BKI
1 stop12h 45mAirAsia
Tue 22/406:00BKI - KUL
1 stop17h 20mAirAsia
Deal found 20/2$135
Sun 13/416:45SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 16/422:40BKI - SIN
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$169
Sun 13/423:25SIN - BKI
1 stop10h 10mAirAsia
Fri 18/422:40BKI - SIN
1 stop8h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 21/2$194
Tue 6/522:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 8/506:55BKI - KUL
1 stop14h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/2$198
Thu 10/408:55SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 25mScoot
Wed 16/419:55BKI - SIN
Nonstop2h 10mScoot
Deal found 20/2$329
Sun 13/416:35SIN - BKI
1 stop5h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 16/406:50BKI - SIN
2 stops17h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/2$364
Sun 2/321:25SIN - BKI
1 stop22h 00mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Tue 11/308:45BKI - SIN
1 stop11h 50mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 20/2$365
Mon 14/422:50KUL - BKI
1 stop12h 30mScoot
Fri 18/421:35BKI - KUL
1 stop13h 20mScoot
Deal found 20/2$510
Sat 8/300:25SIN - BKI
1 stop24h 55mJeju Air
Sat 15/302:20BKI - SIN
1 stop21h 05mJeju Air
Deal found 20/2$713
Sun 23/223:00SIN - BKI
1 stop23h 40mT'way Air
Fri 23/523:25BKI - SIN
1 stop22h 05mT'way Air
Deal found 21/2$989
Sat 12/400:20SIN - BKI
2 stops16h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 18/422:20BKI - SIN
2 stops15h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,134

Find flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Southeast Asia 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 21 February 2025.

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Southeast Asia

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Kota Kinabalu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 14/4

09:15-14:05

1 stop4h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 22/4

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$99

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 14/4

07:15-20:00

1 stop12h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 22/4

06:00-23:20

1 stop17h 20m

$135

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Sun 13/4

16:45-19:10

Nonstop2h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 16/4

22:40-22:45

1 stop24h 05m

$169

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 10/5

21:05-17:20

1 stop20h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 14/5

22:20-01:00

Nonstop2h 40m

$190

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Sun 13/4

23:25-09:35

1 stop10h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 18/4

22:40-07:15

1 stop8h 35m

$194

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Thu 10/4

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 16/4

19:55-22:05

Nonstop2h 10m

$329

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Sun 13/4

16:35-21:35

1 stop5h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 16/4

06:50-00:10

2 stops17h 20m

$364

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 14/4

22:50-11:20

1 stop12h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 18/4

21:35-10:55

1 stop13h 20m

$510

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Sat 8/3

00:25-01:20

1 stop24h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 15/3

02:20-23:25

1 stop21h 05m

$713

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Sat 12/4

00:20-17:00

2 stops16h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 18/4

22:20-13:20

2 stops15h 00m

$1,134

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Best time to book a flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

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Travel insights for flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Southeast Asia 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 YJX to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Southeast Asia 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 February 2025.

When flying from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Malaysia Airlines and Philippine Airlines from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Southeast Asia 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 Southeast Asia?

    Located just 5.8 km from the city centre, Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kota Kinabalu from Southeast Asia.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu are AirAsia ($103), Malaysia Airlines ($116), and Batik Air ($140).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Southeast Asia 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 Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Southeast Asia 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Southeast Asia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$129Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$169Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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