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.
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
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$379 - $1,128
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Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneKota Kinabalu
MEL - BKI
MELBKI
Melbourne
Tue 13/2
1 stop23h 35m
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 19/3
1 stop19h 00m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
SYD - BKI
SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 11/3
1 stop17h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 21/3
1 stop20h 15m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
SYD - BKI
SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 11/3
1 stop17h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 8/4
1 stop29h 35m
PerthKota Kinabalu
PER - BKI
PERBKI
Perth
Tue 5/3
1 stop21h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 4/4
1 stop10h 15m
PerthKota Kinabalu
PER - BKI
PERBKI
Perth
Mon 4/3
1 stop18h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 4/4
1 stop11h 00m
PerthKota Kinabalu
PER - BKI
PERBKI
Perth
Mon 4/3
1 stop14h 15m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 4/4
2 stops12h 25m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
SYD - BKI
SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 11/3
1 stop30h 00m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 20/3
1 stop33h 05m
PerthKota Kinabalu
PER - BKI
PERBKI
Perth
Fri 12/1
1 stop18h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 22/1
1 stop24h 00m
BrisbaneKota Kinabalu
BNE - BKI
BNEBKI
Brisbane
Wed 1/5
1 stop22h 35m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 15/5
1 stop21h 40m
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.
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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.
Entertainment
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Crew
Comfort
Food
Overall
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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.
Entertainment
Boarding
Crew
Comfort
Food
Overall
Reviews
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.
Entertainment
Boarding
Crew
Comfort
Food
Overall
Reviews
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.
Entertainment
Boarding
Crew
Comfort
Food
Overall
Reviews
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.
Entertainment
Boarding
Crew
Comfort
Food
Overall
Reviews
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.
How popular is this Australia to Kota Kinabalu flight route?
Within the past month, 754 users have taken a look at flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu.
What are the most popular routes from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?
Most travellers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kota Kinabalu, Brisbane - Kota Kinabalu or Melbourne - Kota Kinabalu when deciding on the best route from Australia to Kota Kinabalu.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Australia to Kota Kinabalu?
The most popular airlines flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu are Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Scoot. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
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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