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Cheap flights from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu from ₱1,943

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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
Apr 8 — Apr 151
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Philippines to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

₱5,999

One-way from

₱1,943

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₱7,313

Good round-trip deal

₱7,112 or less

Good one-way deal

₱3,289 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 5/14-5/18
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
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Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 4/22
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (₱33,391 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (₱3,975 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

Wed 5/148:35 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Sun 5/1811:20 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/2₱5,999
Fri 7/411:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1212:15 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2₱7,770
Thu 10/97:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop25h 25mScoot
Sat 10/1112:15 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop17h 25mScoot
Deal found 4/1₱9,542
Wed 10/87:40 amMNL - BKI
1 stop11h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 10/138:25 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop16h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/2₱14,684
Fri 4/119:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop18h 35mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Fri 4/189:45 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop16h 25mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 4/2₱15,198
Fri 6/2711:20 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop24h 10mJeju Air
Sun 6/2912:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mJeju Air
Deal found 4/2₱16,855
Thu 4/108:20 amMNL - BKI
1 stop10h 00mChina Southern
Mon 4/217:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop27h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 4/2₱17,198
Sat 4/269:15 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop18h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 5/35:20 amBKI - MNL
1 stop14h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/3₱19,083
Sat 4/266:50 amMNL - BKI
2 stops13h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 5/35:20 amBKI - MNL
1 stop8h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/3₱24,282

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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 5/14

8:35 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/18

11:20 pm-1:35 am

Nonstop2h 15m

₱5,999

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 5/25

7:35 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/27

11:20 pm-1:35 am

Nonstop2h 15m

₱8,227

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 6/27

7:35 pm-11:15 am

1 stop15h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/30

8:25 pm-5:40 am

1 stop9h 15m

₱11,141

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 4/11

9:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 4/18

9:45 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop16h 25m

₱15,198

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 6/27

11:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/29

12:30 am-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 50m

₱16,855

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 4/10

8:20 am-6:20 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/21

7:20 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop27h 55m

₱17,198

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 4/26

9:15 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/3

11:30 am-8:10 pm

1 stop8h 40m

₱19,083

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 4/12

6:50 am-7:55 pm

2 stops13h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/16

10:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop23h 05m

₱24,625

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 4/10

3:55 am-12:30 am

1 stop20h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 4/17

1:30 am-1:20 am

1 stop23h 50m

₱43,022

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 4/22

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱1,943

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Best time to book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Philippines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱83). Flying from Philippines 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 PH to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Philippines 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 April 3, 2025.

When flying from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 3, 2025.

The most flights from PH0 to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 April 3, 2025.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
847 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
143 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philippines 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 Philippines?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. It is only a 5.8 km journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kota Kinabalu’s city center.

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

    The Philippines to Kota Kinabalu flight path was viewed by 1,051 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Philippines AirAsia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₱1,943. Scoot flights start at ₱4,971 while deals on AirAsia start at ₱6,570 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu are Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu, Zamboanga City - Kota Kinabalu and Cebu City Mactan Intl - Kota Kinabalu.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₱5,501 for a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is ₱3,170 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at ₱4,742.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱83). Flying from Philippines 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 4 airlines flying from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Philippines 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 411,093 searches. Data last updated April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest₱4,926Average₱9,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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ScootCheapest₱8,718Average₱10,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest₱10,469Average₱14,675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₱17,901Average₱24,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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