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$45+ Cheap flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu (PEN - BKI)

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PEN — BKI
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in August or July, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$91
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$45
(Booking.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$120
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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 December 18, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2610:15 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sat 1/47:10 amBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 12/17$150
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/266:30 amPEN - BKI
1 stop18h 00mBatik Air
Sat 1/411:20 amBKI - PEN
1 stop7h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 12/17$171
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/266:25 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 1/45:20 amBKI - PEN
1 stop4h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 12/17$254
This Shanghai Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Shanghai Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/228:30 amPEN - BKI
1 stop16h 00mShanghai Airlines
Wed 12/251:30 amBKI - PEN
1 stop30h 00mShanghai Airlines
Deal found 12/16$886

Find flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

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 December 18, 2024.

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PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 2/15

12:45 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/17

6:25 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$91

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Mon 1/6

12:45 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 1/13

8:35 pm-8:45 am

1 stop12h 10m

$100

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 2/15

12:45 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/17

7:45 pm-8:45 am

1 stop13h 00m

$113

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 4/5

7:05 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/7

9:10 pm-12:00 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$133

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Mon 1/6

1:50 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 1/13

9:30 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops19h 55m

$231

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 1/2

8:30 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 1/4

1:30 am-7:30 am

1 stop30h 00m

$653

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Mon 1/6

9:05 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/12

3:30 am-9:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$4,292

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Wed 2/19

7:15 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$45

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 5/1

5:20 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$50

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Wed 4/16

7:50 pm-2:20 am

1 stop6h 30m

$62

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Penang with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

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

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 December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu is 68 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 December 18, 2024.

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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 34% 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 December 18, 2024.
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.
China Southern
7.3
Good
96 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

China Southern
7.3
Good
96 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
96 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
292 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
96 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

AirAsia
6.6
Okay
215 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
96 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Batik Air
6.0
Okay
70 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
96 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

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 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 2 different airlines have flights from Penang Intl (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight 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 75 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 $91. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are AirAsia, from $100, and Firefly, from $133. Users have found that Malaysia Airlines is 13% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $45 on Firefly. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Malaysia Airlines from $50 and AirAsia from $62 one-way.

  • 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 (85%), Malaysia Airlines (44%) and Firefly (44%).

  • 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 $88, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $42. 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 2 airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapest$63Average$103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
AirAsiaCheapest$66Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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