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Cheap flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu from $217

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 30/11. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SYD — BKI
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
Tue 5/12
Tue 12/12

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu at least 14 days early can save you up to 72% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 14 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu for as little as $389 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,205 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in January. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Kota Kinabalu. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from Australia in October are about $1,013 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $472.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (AU - BKI)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu as you normally would.

Cheap Scoot flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Scoot for the route between Australia and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 716,436 searches. Data last updated 1 December 2023.
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Cheap China Southern flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheap Australia to Kota Kinabalu flights in December & January 2023

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Australia to Kota Kinabalu 2023 flight deals

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One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu from Australia

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Find flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 716,436 searches. Data last updated 1 December 2023.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$379 - $1,128

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 13/2

1 stop23h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 19/3

1 stop19h 00m

$379

Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/3

1 stop17h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 21/3

1 stop20h 15m

$400

Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/3

1 stop17h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 8/4

1 stop29h 35m

$430

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Tue 5/3

1 stop21h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 4/4

1 stop10h 15m

$463

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Mon 4/3

1 stop18h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 4/4

1 stop11h 00m

$606

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Mon 4/3

1 stop14h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 4/4

2 stops12h 25m

$740

Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/3

1 stop30h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 20/3

1 stop33h 05m

$918

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

Fri 12/1

1 stop18h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 22/1

1 stop24h 00m

$947

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Wed 1/5

1 stop22h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 15/5

1 stop21h 40m

$1,128

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Deals found on 29/11

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 1 December 2023.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Scoot, China Southern and Malaysia Airlines from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.5
Very Good
4 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.4
Very Good
15 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.1
Very Good
341 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.3
Good
65 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.1
Good
34 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

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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.

Can I find flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Scoot for just $379, but on average you can expect to pay $648.

Are there last-minute flights available from Australia to Kota Kinabalu for under $1,000?

There are currently 12+ open flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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What does SYD to BKI mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SYD to BKI flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Melbourne Airport (MEL), Brisbane Airport (BNE), Perth Airport (PER), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL).

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Top 5 airlines flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$339Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$587Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapest$660Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$698Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$886Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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