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Cheap flights from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu from ₱3,289

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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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 February 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

₱6,982

One-way from

₱3,289

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₱7,328

Good round-trip deal

₱7,124 or less

Good one-way deal

₱3,621 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 4/2-4/25
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
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Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 3/24
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₱37,394 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₱4,958 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 February 23, 2025.

Wed 4/211:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Fri 4/251:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/23₱6,982
Wed 7/91:15 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/141:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21₱8,251
Wed 4/26:55 amMNL - BKI
1 stop12h 15mScoot
Sat 4/2612:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop17h 35mScoot
Deal found 2/23₱9,694
Sat 8/27:45 pmCEB - BKI
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/51:45 amBKI - CEB
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22₱11,251
Mon 4/72:05 amDVO - BKI
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/141:45 amBKI - DVO
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21₱11,944
Fri 3/288:40 amZAM - BKI
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/271:45 amBKI - ZAM
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22₱13,155
Fri 4/259:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop21h 30mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Sun 4/279:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop23h 25mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 2/22₱15,867
Tue 4/225:45 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mChina Southern
Fri 4/257:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop15h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 2/21₱19,041
Mon 7/711:20 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop24h 10mJeju Air
Mon 7/1412:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mJeju Air
Deal found 2/21₱22,445
Sat 8/23:35 pmCEB - BKI
1 stop27h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 8/67:55 pmBKI - CEB
1 stop18h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/22₱25,676
Fri 8/11:10 amCEB - BKI
1 stop10h 10mScoot
Wed 8/67:55 pmBKI - CEB
1 stop16h 10mScoot
Deal found 2/22₱26,542
Tue 4/226:50 amMNL - BKI
2 stops13h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 4/2912:40 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop8h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/21₱33,754

Find flights from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philippines 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 411,093 searches. Data last updated February 23, 2025.

Fly from

Philippines

Fly to

Kota Kinabalu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 4/2

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 4/25

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱6,982

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 7/9

1:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/14

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱8,251

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 4/2

6:55 am-7:10 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 4/26

12:05 pm-5:40 am

1 stop17h 35m

₱9,694

Cebu CityKota Kinabalu

CEB - BKI

CEBBKI

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Sat 8/2

7:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop5h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 8/5

1:45 am-7:20 am

1 stop5h 35m

₱11,251

Davao CityKota Kinabalu

DVO - BKI

DVOBKI

Davao City Francisco Bangoy

Mon 4/7

2:05 am-1:20 am

1 stop23h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/14

1:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop12h 50m

₱11,944

Zamboanga CityKota Kinabalu

ZAM - BKI

ZAMBKI

Zamboanga City

Fri 3/28

8:40 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/27

1:45 am-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 15m

₱13,155

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 4/25

9:35 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/27

9:20 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop23h 25m

₱15,867

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 4/22

5:45 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/30

7:20 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop21h 25m

₱19,041

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 7/7

11:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/14

12:30 am-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 50m

₱22,445

Cebu CityKota Kinabalu

CEB - BKI

CEBBKI

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Sat 8/2

3:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 8/6

7:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop18h 50m

₱25,676

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Best time to book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

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Travel insights for flights from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

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

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 February 23, 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.

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 February 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, such as Asiana Airlines, Singapore Airlines and China Southern. 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
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,296 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

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

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
261 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
444 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

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 1,004 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 ₱3,289. Scoot flights start at ₱3,981 while deals on AirAsia start at ₱5,366 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, Cebu City Mactan Intl - Kota Kinabalu and Davao City Francisco Bangoy - Kota Kinabalu.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₱6,913 for a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is ₱3,057 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at ₱6,693.

  • 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 5 airlines flying from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest₱4,742Average₱9,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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ScootCheapest₱8,804Average₱14,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest₱10,573Average₱14,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest₱17,003Average₱19,711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₱18,078Average₱22,963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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