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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu from $228

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 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BKI
13 Feb — 20 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$399

One-way from

$228

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,026
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 26/2-5/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 27/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($214 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 January 2026.

Thu 26/213:10
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop32h 50m
Scoot
Thu 5/311:50
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 05m
Scoot
Deal found 11/1$399
Sun 8/313:10
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop24h 55m
Scoot
Sun 22/320:00
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 12/1$434
Thu 21/513:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop34h 00m
Scoot
Tue 26/512:15
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 12/1$440
Thu 26/213:10
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/312:20
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$540
Thu 21/513:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/512:15
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$623

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 14 January 2026.
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Kota Kinabalu

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Return

Price

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

13:10-19:00

1 stop32h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/3

11:50-11:55

1 stop21h 05m

$399

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

13:10-11:05

1 stop24h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 22/3

20:00-21:20

1 stop22h 20m

$434

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

13:10-19:00

1 stop32h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/3

12:20-20:50

2 stops29h 30m

$540

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

22:05-11:05

1 stop16h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/2

19:25-05:40

2 stops55h 15m

$640

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

13:10-11:05

1 stop24h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/2

20:00-21:20

1 stop22h 20m

$694

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

21:30-08:45

1 stop13h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 19/4

12:15-20:15

1 stop30h 00m

$740

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

13:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

$228

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

21:30-19:30

1 stop24h 00m

$228

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

21:30-11:15

1 stop15h 45m

$239

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

21:30-20:55

2 stops25h 25m

$306

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu (average of $418). Flying from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $878). 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.

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 14 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, andBatik Air from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

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
289 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

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
314 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

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
78 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Kota Kinabalu airport from Melbourne. It is only a 5.8 km journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu in 32h 50m. Fly via Scoot to get the fastest option. The distance between Melbourne and Kota Kinabalu is about 5687 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Currently priced at $419, Scoot will fly you from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu and back. In addition to Scoot, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Batik Air and Royal Brunei Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $521 and $623, respectively. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Scoot, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $249. However, be on the lookout for offers from Royal Brunei Airlines and Malaysia Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu (average of $418). Flying from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $878). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 14 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$419Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapest$521Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$623Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$696Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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