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$506+ Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BKI
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 19 August 2025.

Return from

$506

One-way from

$603

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$778
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 8/9-17/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Sydney to Kota Kinabalu
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15/12
  • 15/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 30m total
  • Sydney to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($287 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 August 2025.

Mon 8/912:50SYD - BKI
1 stop24h 25mScoot
Wed 17/920:25BKI - SYD
1 stop21h 05mScoot
Deal found 18/8$506
Mon 8/912:50SYD - BKI
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/901:45BKI - SYD
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8$647
Wed 20/812:50SYD - BKI
1 stop24h 25mScoot
Sun 24/812:15BKI - SYD
1 stop29h 15mScoot
Deal found 17/8$721
Wed 20/812:50SYD - BKI
1 stop24h 25mScoot
Mon 25/820:25BKI - SYD
1 stop13h 10mScoot
Deal found 17/8$779
Thu 18/911:15SYD - BKI
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/923:25BKI - SYD
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8$848

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

12:50-11:15

1 stop24h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 17/9

20:25-19:30

1 stop21h 05m

$506

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

12:50-11:15

1 stop24h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/9

01:45-09:45

1 stop30h 00m

$647

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 18/9

11:15-01:20

1 stop16h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 28/9

23:25-07:20

2 stops29h 55m

$848

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/10

11:15-01:20

1 stop16h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/10

01:45-10:45

1 stop30h 00m

$876

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

15:00-09:30

3 stops21h 30m

$603

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Deals found on 18/8

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 19 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Malaysia, such as Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andScoot. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
274 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
309 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

FAQs about flying to Kota Kinabalu

Getting around Kota Kinabalu

There are minibus and van services which locals use to get around the town, and these are a budget-friendly option for travellers. Taxis are plentiful, but unlike the airport service, you will need to haggle to agree the fare you want to pay. The city is small and getting around on foot is relatively simple if you’re aware of traffic.

Getting Downtown from the airport

Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) is the second busiest airport in Malaysia, and the main point of entry into Sabah for wildlife lovers who come for the famous orangutan and for divers who come for world class dive sites and great beaches.  The airport is 7 km from the city centre and most international flights arrive at the Terminal 1.  There is an hourly shuttle bus service from the airport to Wawasan Centre, and there is also a minibus shuttle.  There are also taxis available from outside each terminal. You can buy a taxi coupon to cover the fixed rate fare which you simply hand to your driver.

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

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, 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 stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers 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, Scoot 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu typically cost $21, while return flights cost around $555.

  • How much is a return flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A return flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around $403, however they can be found for as little as $361.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kota Kinabalu, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu?

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

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