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$34+ Cheap flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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BKK — BKI
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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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 February 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Wed 6/2511:40 amKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/299:30 amBKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$99
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Mon 4/289:15 amKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 5/1610:20 pmBKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/22$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 7/812:10 pmSIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Tue 7/159:05 amBKI - SIN
Nonstop2h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 2/21$101
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Mon 3/106:05 amKUL - BKI
1 stop16h 10mAirAsia
Sat 3/1512:30 pmBKI - KUL
1 stop24h 10mAirAsia
Deal found 2/22$103
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Fri 3/145:15 pmJHB - BKI
Nonstop2h 20mAirAsia
Tue 3/189:40 pmBKI - JHB
Nonstop2h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 2/22$106
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/216:30 pmKUL - BKI
1 stop19h 35mBatik Air
Thu 6/267:00 amBKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 2/21$111
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/205:10 pmJHB - BKI
1 stop23h 50mBatik Air
Mon 4/287:00 amBKI - JHB
1 stop8h 00mBatik Air
Deal found 2/22$111
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 5/137:45 pmJHB - BKI
1 stop4h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 5/214:20 pmBKI - JHB
1 stop16h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/22$115
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Fri 4/256:25 pmSIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 25mScoot
Thu 5/112:05 pmBKI - SIN
Nonstop2h 20mScoot
Deal found 2/22$117
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 2/252:55 pmTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 2/2611:40 amBKI - TWU
1 stop22h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/22$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Mon 4/218:55 amSIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/2512:50 pmBKI - SIN
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$118
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Wed 4/211:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Mon 4/211:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/22$123

Find flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

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Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 7/15

9:15 am-2:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/29

11:20 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$97

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/25

11:40 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/29

9:30 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$99

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/28

9:15 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/16

10:20 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$100

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Tue 7/8

12:10 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/15

9:05 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$101

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Mon 4/7

6:55 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/14

12:55 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$102

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/10

6:05 am-10:15 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 3/15

12:30 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$103

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 4/20

5:10 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/28

7:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$111

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Tue 5/13

7:45 pm-12:40 am

1 stop4h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/21

4:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop16h 30m

$115

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Fri 4/25

6:25 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/1

12:05 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$117

SingaporeKota Kinabalu

SIN - BKI

SINBKI

Singapore Changi

Mon 4/21

8:55 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 4/25

12:50 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$118

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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 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 February 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Southeast Asia 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 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 February 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu, see what other customers have to say about Asiana Airlines, China Southern and Malaysia Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Edwin,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

Attendants should be more attentive to the needs of the passengers.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Edwin,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

Attendants should be more attentive to the needs of the passengers.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Edwin,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

Attendants should be more attentive to the needs of the passengers.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Edwin,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

Attendants should be more attentive to the needs of the passengers.

Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
870 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Edwin,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

Attendants should be more attentive to the needs of the passengers.

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?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kota Kinabalu’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Malaysia Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $38. However, be on the lookout for offers from AirAsia and Batik Air, as they are both options that can get you from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu consider Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl - Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur Intl - Kota Kinabalu or Kuching - Kota Kinabalu as they are the most popular.

  • 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 vacation 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 4 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$88Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest$93Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
ScootCheapest$95Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$205Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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