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Cheap flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu from $178

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 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — BKI
3 Jul — 10 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 June 2026.

Sun 26/705:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Scoot
Tue 11/819:45
BKI
-
PER
1 stop12h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 2/6$394
Sun 26/705:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Scoot
Sat 1/820:45
BKI
-
PER
1 stop22h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 31/5$442
Sun 20/905:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Scoot
Tue 29/912:15
BKI
-
PER
1 stop19h 55m
Scoot
Deal found 1/6$517
Sun 26/705:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/806:40
BKI
-
PER
2 stops21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$542
Fri 6/1122:05
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop23h 55m
Scoot
Sun 8/1120:00
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 1/6$542
Tue 21/705:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/716:30
BKI
-
PER
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$557
Wed 12/820:35
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop19h 00m
Scoot
Sat 22/820:45
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop20h 35m
Scoot
Deal found 29/5$559
Fri 31/713:00
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop32h 45m
Scoot
Mon 10/820:30
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop20h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 1/6$562
Sun 19/705:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/716:30
BKI
-
PER
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$563
Sun 19/705:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Scoot
Wed 29/709:50
BKI
-
PER
1 stop18h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 1/6$564
Tue 21/705:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Scoot
Wed 29/709:50
BKI
-
PER
1 stop18h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 31/5$566
Tue 21/705:35
PER
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/716:30
BKI
-
PER
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/5$569

Find flight deals from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated 3 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$394

One-way from

$178

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,038
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 26/7-11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Australia to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 16/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 20m total
  • Australia to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($288 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Sun 25/10

23:10-10:45

1 stop11h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 29/10

11:35-23:45

1 stop12h 10m

$736

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Wed 15/7

23:15-16:00

1 stop16h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/7

16:50-23:45

1 stop30h 55m

$762

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/8

21:20-08:50

2 stops37h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 31/8

20:30-19:20

1 stop20h 50m

$765

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 19/10

08:45-23:40

1 stop17h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 22/10

11:30-09:20

1 stop18h 50m

$888

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

12:10-00:55

1 stop15h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/11

09:50-10:20

1 stop21h 30m

$909

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Tue 14/7

00:45-14:20

2 stops13h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/7

21:15-04:20

2 stops31h 05m

$935

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Wed 15/7

17:20-10:00

1 stop16h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 22/7

16:50-05:50

1 stop13h 00m

$945

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

09:25-08:50

2 stops25h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/7

09:00-06:15

2 stops19h 15m

$956

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

17:40-08:50

2 stops17h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

09:50-09:50

2 stops22h 00m

$1,049

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

14:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/10

20:00-11:55

1 stop12h 55m

$1,051

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $270). Flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $518). 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.

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

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 3 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines,AirAsia, andScoot from Australia to Kota Kinabalu have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
310 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
310 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
310 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia
6.9
Okay
232 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
310 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
310 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
83 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
310 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Australia. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?

    Batik Air, Malaysia Airlines, and Scoot can get you from Australia to Kota Kinabalu in just under 11h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4208 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $163 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Scoot from $164 and Royal Brunei Airlines from $410 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Melbourne - Kota Kinabalu, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kota Kinabalu or Brisbane - Kota Kinabalu when deciding on the best route from Australia to Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $270). Flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $518). 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 6 airlines flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 3 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$280Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$291Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapest$399Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$483Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$575Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$931Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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