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Cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu from ₱2,711

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 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult

The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in January or November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Manila 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 406,373 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 3/16

4:15 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 3/19

6:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

₱5,421

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 1/19

4:15 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/24

6:45 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

₱7,837

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 1/19

6:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/24

6:45 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

₱9,840

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 12/1

12:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 12/7

7:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop15h 45m

₱19,445

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 3/21

4:15 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

₱2,711

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 2/9

6:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop29h 00m

₱4,302

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 2/18

1:10 am-12:40 pm

1 stop11h 30m

₱5,126

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 2/17

8:20 pm-8:40 am

1 stop12h 20m

₱5,244

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 12/25

8:20 am-6:00 pm

1 stop9h 40m

₱10,076

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 12/25

6:40 am-7:45 pm

2 stops13h 05m

₱73,008

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Deals found on 11/20

Cheap flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manila (MNL) 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 November 21, 2024.

Round-trip from

₱5,421

One-way from

₱2,711

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 3/16-3/19
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 3/21
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

Wed 12/114:15 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippines AirAsia
Sun 12/156:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 11/18₱6,894
Wed 12/116:30 amMNL - BKI
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/156:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18₱9,546
Mon 12/27:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Wed 12/48:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop9h 25mScoot
Deal found 11/20₱13,199
Sun 12/112:00 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop30h 00mChina Southern
Sat 12/77:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop15h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 11/20₱19,445
Sat 12/71:10 amMNL - BKI
1 stop10h 05mAirAsia
Sun 12/152:50 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop9h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 11/19₱23,747
Sun 12/111:20 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop25h 10mJeju Air
Thu 12/51:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop20h 50mJeju Air
Deal found 11/20₱32,114
Thu 12/124:55 amMNL - BKI
1 stop19h 35mChina Eastern
Thu 12/191:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop26h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/19₱37,771

Best time to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱83). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₱119). 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 MNL to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Manila 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 November 21, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 53% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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. Travelers looking 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 November 21, 2024.
7.7
Good
122 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

7.7
Good
122 reviews
7.7
Good
122 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

7.3
Good
300 reviews
7.7
Good
122 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

6.6
Okay
215 reviews
7.7
Good
122 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

6.6
Okay
303 reviews
7.7
Good
122 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

6.5
Okay
127 reviews
7.7
Good
122 reviews

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

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

    Flying on Philippines AirAsia is currently your cheapest option to Kota Kinabalu, with prices starting at ₱5,421. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scoot and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at ₱9,840 and ₱19,445, respectively. You may be able to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    ₱2,711 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Philippines AirAsia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scoot and AirAsia, with prices starting from ₱4,302 and ₱5,126, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₱4,209 for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is ₱2,098 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at ₱5,421.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱83). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₱119). 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 5 airlines flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Manila 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 406,373 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest₱4,411Average₱6,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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Cebu PacificCheapest₱4,775Average₱6,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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ScootCheapest₱8,991Average₱11,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest₱10,797Average₱15,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₱18,181Average₱28,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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