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Cheap flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu from $181

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — BKI
15 7월 — 22 7월1
1 adult

Cheap 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 10 7월 2025.

Round-trip from

$300

One-way from

$184

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,019
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 7/9-12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • Australia to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 11/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 00m total
  • Australia to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($231 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Find flight deals from Australia to Kota Kinabalu

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 10 7월 2025.

일 7/921:55PER - BKI
1 stop21h 30mScoot
수 12/1120:05BKI - PER
1 stop24h 10mScoot
Deal found 8/7$300
수 6/820:30PER - BKI
1 stop14h 40mAirAsia
토 9/814:50BKI - PER
1 stop13h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/7$358
일 7/921:55PER - BKI
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
수 12/1117:10BKI - PER
3 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$372
수 19/1121:20MEL - BKI
1 stop17h 10mScoot
금 21/1118:45BKI - MEL
1 stop13h 55mScoot
Deal found 9/7$445
화 19/812:50SYD - BKI
1 stop32h 35mScoot
화 26/812:15BKI - SYD
1 stop29h 15mScoot
Deal found 8/7$507
토 15/1122:30MEL - BKI
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
목 27/1111:45BKI - MEL
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$577
화 19/812:50SYD - BKI
3 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
화 26/807:15BKI - SYD
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$597
화 29/702:10PER - BKI
1 stop13h 25mMalaysia Airlines
일 10/805:20BKI - PER
1 stop19h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 9/7$628
수 20/807:00BNE - BKI
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
수 27/820:25BKI - BNE
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$750
화 12/821:45SYD - BKI
1 stop30h 45mChina Southern
목 14/803:30BKI - SYD
1 stop13h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 8/7$816
수 6/810:45BNE - BKI
1 stop33h 35mChina Southern
목 14/819:20BKI - BNE
1 stop34h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 9/7$940
수 20/822:10SYD - BKI
1 stop14h 35mMalaysia Airlines
월 25/816:15BKI - SYD
2 stops15h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,081

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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Australia

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Kota Kinabalu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

일 7/9

21:55-19:25

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

수 12/11

20:05-20:15

1 stop24h 10m

$300

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

일 7/9

21:55-19:25

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

수 12/11

17:10-16:35

3 stops23h 25m

$372

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

월 18/8

20:30-09:25

1 stop12h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

토 23/8

06:00-04:30

2 stops22h 30m

$380

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

수 19/11

21:20-11:30

1 stop17h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

금 21/11

18:45-11:40

1 stop13h 55m

$445

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

화 19/8

12:50-19:25

1 stop32h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

화 26/8

12:15-19:30

1 stop29h 15m

$491

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

토 15/11

22:30-19:05

1 stop23h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

목 27/11

11:45-11:40

2 stops20h 55m

$577

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

화 19/8

12:50-20:00

3 stops33h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

화 26/8

07:15-19:30

2 stops34h 15m

$597

PerthKota Kinabalu

PER - BKI

PERBKI

Perth

화 29/7

02:10-15:35

1 stop13h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

일 10/8

05:20-01:10

1 stop19h 50m

$628

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

수 20/8

07:00-11:15

2 stops30h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

수 27/8

20:25-19:55

2 stops21h 30m

$750

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

화 12/8

21:45-02:30

1 stop30h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

목 14/8

03:30-19:25

1 stop13h 55m

$816

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $821). 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 AU to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 10 7월 2025.

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.

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 10 7월 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern, andMalaysia Airlines 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
China Southern
7.6
Good
103 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
266 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
China Eastern
7.2
Good
151 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
AirAsia
6.7
Okay
207 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

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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.

  • 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 $184 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Scoot from $268 and Batik Air from $347 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Brisbane - Kota Kinabalu, Melbourne - Kota Kinabalu or Perth - 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.

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    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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Australia to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $821). 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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ScootCheapest$307Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapest$341Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$360Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$565Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$661Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$936Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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