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Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu from ₱3,043

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BOS — BKI
May 21 — May 281
1 adult
Sal 5/21
Sal 5/28

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 361,095 searches and data was last updated on Mayıs 16, 2024.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₱5,971

Round-trip from

₱6,201

One-way from

₱3,043
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From Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu
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One-way flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
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Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Kota Kinabalu in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 361,095 searches and data was last updated on Mayıs 16, 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Kota Kinabalu in May and June 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Pzt 6/1711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Çar 6/191:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/16₱6,258
Pzt 6/1711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Per 6/207:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱9,244
Per 5/2311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Çar 6/197:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱9,301
Paz 6/910:45 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Çar 6/121:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15₱9,474
Pzt 6/175:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Çar 6/191:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱9,646
Cmt 6/1511:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Cmt 6/223:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱9,703
Per 5/2311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Çar 6/193:40 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱10,679
Cmt 6/1511:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Cmt 6/229:00 amBKI - MNL
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱10,794
Pzt 6/1711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Per 6/203:45 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱12,402

Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Kota Kinabalu in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 361,095 searches and data were last updated on Mayıs 16, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Cmt 9/2811:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Pzt 9/301:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱6,201
Pzt 6/1711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Çar 6/191:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/16₱6,258
Cmt 9/711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Cmt 9/141:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱7,120
Cum 11/86:05 amMNL - BKI
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Paz 11/106:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15₱7,981
Paz 8/186:55 amMNL - BKI
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Çar 8/211:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱8,268
Cmt 9/287:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Pzt 9/301:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15₱8,899
Cmt 9/711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Paz 9/159:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15₱9,129
Pzt 6/1711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Per 6/207:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱9,244
Per 5/2311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Çar 6/197:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱9,301

Flights to Kota Kinabalu departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Kota Kinabalu, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 361,095 searches and data was last updated on Mayıs 16, 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Kota Kinabalu departing last-minute. Tip: double check your flight details before making your reservation.
Per 5/2311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Çar 6/197:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱9,301
Per 5/2311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Çar 6/193:40 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱10,679
Paz 5/2611:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Cmt 8/174:35 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱13,206
Paz 5/2611:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Cmt 8/179:35 amBKI - MNL
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱14,411
Cmt 5/253:05 amMNL - BKI
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Cmt 8/174:35 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱15,617
Cmt 5/253:05 amMNL - BKI
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Cmt 8/179:35 amBKI - MNL
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱16,880
Per 5/237:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Çar 6/193:45 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱18,201
Cum 5/243:00 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Pzt 5/278:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱18,660
Per 5/2311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sal 6/1812:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16₱19,981

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu

Explore one-way flight options to Kota Kinabalu for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 361,095 searches and data was last updated on Mayıs 16, 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Kota Kinabalu, check out these fares. Those seeking round-trip flights to Kota Kinabalu should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Per 8/111:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/16₱3,043
Çar 6/2611:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/16₱3,215
Per 5/2311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱3,273
Çar 5/2211:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱3,502
Cmt 5/2511:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱3,675
Çar 8/711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/16₱3,732
Per 5/3011:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱3,789
Per 6/611:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/16₱3,962
Çar 5/2911:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱4,306

Direct flights to Kota Kinabalu

Cmt 9/2811:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Pzt 9/301:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱6,201
Pzt 6/1711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Çar 6/191:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/16₱6,258
Cmt 9/711:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Cmt 9/141:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/15₱7,120

Find flights to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Locate flights to Kota Kinabalu that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 361,095 searches and data was last updated on Mayıs 16, 2024.

Fly from

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Budget

₱6,201 - ₱19,464

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Cmt 9/28

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Pzt 9/30

Nonstop2h 10m

₱6,201

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Pzt 6/17

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Çar 6/19

Nonstop2h 10m

₱6,258

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Cmt 9/7

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Cmt 9/14

Nonstop2h 10m

₱7,120

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Cum 11/8

1 stop8h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Paz 11/10

Nonstop2h 00m

₱7,981

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Paz 8/18

1 stop12h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Çar 8/21

Nonstop2h 10m

₱8,268

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Cmt 9/28

1 stop23h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Pzt 9/30

Nonstop2h 10m

₱8,899

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Çar 9/25

1 stop12h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Cmt 9/28

1 stop17h 35m

₱10,277

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Cmt 9/28

1 stop23h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sal 10/1

1 stop17h 35m

₱10,679

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Paz 6/9

1 stop9h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Per 6/13

2 stops20h 15m

₱19,464

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Deals found on 5/15

Average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu is currently ₱3,611 while a round-trip flight costs ₱9,461. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱79). Flying to Kota Kinabalu in June will prove the most costly (average of ₱101). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

₱4,765

February

₱5,053

March

₱5,512

April

₱5,569

May

₱4,938

June

₱5,799

July

₱4,536

August

₱5,225

September

₱4,765

October

₱4,536

November

₱4,823

December

₱5,053

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

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. Travelers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Noon
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Evening
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Kota Kinabalu should consider flying on Monday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Monday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 Mayıs 16, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu, such as Scoot, Jeju Air and Philippine Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Philippine Airlines
7.4
Good
1,246 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

China Eastern
7.2
Good
507 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

AirAsia
6.7
Okay
250 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

  • What does BKI mean?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport is BKI. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kota Kinabalu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Philippines AirAsia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport typically cost ₱2,378, while round-trip flights cost around ₱2,786.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around ₱108, however they can be found for as little as ₱49.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kota Kinabalu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kota Kinabalu, Manila offers the quickest one-way flight (2 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Yes. Kota Kinabalu Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Survivor Lodge Pulau Tiga is the closest property to Kota Kinabalu Airport (0.0 km away from Kota Kinabalu Airport).

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