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$51+ Cheap flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu (PEN - BKI)

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PEN — BKI
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in August or July, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$80
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$51
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$90

Good round-trip deal

$139 or less

Good one-way deal

$43 or less
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Cheapest flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/106:25 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mFirefly
Sun 8/2410:20 amBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mFirefly
Deal found 3/25$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/105:45 pmPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sat 5/177:10 amBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 3/25$81
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/102:30 pmPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1710:40 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$94
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/82:30 pmPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 5/191:00 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 3/25$114
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/282:30 pmPEN - BKI
1 stop7h 00mBatik Air
Sat 5/37:00 amBKI - PEN
1 stop6h 15mBatik Air
Deal found 3/25$133

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Penang 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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Penang

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Kota Kinabalu

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Return

Price

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sun 8/10

6:25 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/24

10:20 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$80

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 5/10

5:45 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/17

7:10 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$81

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 5/10

2:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/17

10:40 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$94

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 5/8

2:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5/19

1:00 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$114

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Mon 4/28

2:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/3

7:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$133

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 6/7

5:45 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$51

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 6/7

6:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$100

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 5/1

2:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$103

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Deals found on 3/24

Compare providers for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Penang-Kota Kinabalu flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Penang-Kota Kinabalu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Penang-Kota Kinabalu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Penang-Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Penang-Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu is 64 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Penang 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 March 26, 2025.

When flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 48% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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 March 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, such as Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia and Batik Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.6
Okay
203 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Batik Air
6.0
Okay
69 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Penang 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 airports do I use to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    You will need to book a flight from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu if you want to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Penang Intl (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) on a regular basis. There are 2 flights to Kota Kinabalu from the Penang airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PEN to BKI to be around 2h 50m.

  • How popular is this Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    Flights from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu have been viewed 66 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu round-trip from $80. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are AirAsia, from $88, and Malaysia Airlines, from $114. Users have found that Firefly is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu are AirAsia (73%), Firefly (50%) and Malaysia Airlines (48%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu? While on average our users pay $117, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $41. The most popular route (Penang Intl - Kota Kinabalu), is priced around $91.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Penang 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Penang 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapest$57Average$97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
AirAsiaCheapest$66Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$90Average$119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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