Cheap flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu from $737
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BKI
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in October or August, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday
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 23 November 2025.
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 23 November 2025.
Tue 16/1222:00MEL - BKI
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/107:40BKI - MEL
3 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,613
Tue 16/1215:15MEL - BKI
1 stop30h 45mScoot
Fri 16/120:00BKI - MEL
1 stop12h 55mScoot
Deal found 20/11$1,644
Tue 16/1208:40MEL - BKI
1 stop36h 20mChina Southern
Thu 15/101:45BKI - MEL
2 stops29h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11$3,086
Best flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 November 2025.
Sat 29/1122:35MEL - BKI
1 stop23h 25mScoot
Fri 5/1220:00BKI - MEL
1 stop22h 20mScoot
Deal found 23/11$737
Sat 29/1117:55MEL - BKI
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1220:00BKI - MEL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$813
Sat 29/1115:35MEL - BKI
1 stop35h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/1201:30BKI - MEL
1 stop18h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/11$1,172
Fri 28/1100:30MEL - BKI
1 stop13h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 5/1216:15BKI - MEL
2 stops14h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,627
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu. Data last updated 23 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 16/1222:00MEL - BKI
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/107:40BKI - MEL
3 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,613
Tue 16/1215:15MEL - BKI
1 stop30h 45mScoot
Fri 16/120:00BKI - MEL
1 stop12h 55mScoot
Deal found 20/11$1,644
Tue 16/1208:40MEL - BKI
1 stop36h 20mChina Southern
Thu 15/101:45BKI - MEL
2 stops29h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11$3,086
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 23 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.
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Melbourne
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Kota Kinabalu
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneKota Kinabalu
MEL - BKI
MELBKI
Melbourne
Sat 29/11
22:35-19:00
1 stop23h 25m
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 5/12
20:00-21:20
1 stop22h 20m
$737
MelbourneKota Kinabalu
MEL - BKI
MELBKI
Melbourne
Sat 29/11
17:55-21:55
2 stops31h 00m
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 5/12
20:00-11:55
1 stop12h 55m
$813
MelbourneKota Kinabalu
MEL - BKI
MELBKI
Melbourne
Sat 29/11
15:35-00:30
1 stop35h 55m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 4/12
01:30-23:00
1 stop18h 30m
$1,172
MelbourneKota Kinabalu
MEL - BKI
MELBKI
Melbourne
Fri 28/11
00:30-11:10
1 stop13h 40m
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 5/12
16:15-09:25
2 stops14h 10m
$1,627
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Deals found on 23/11
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
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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 14 November 2025.
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 $434). Flying from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $935). 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 MEL to BKI?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 23 November 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 23 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andScoot 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.
Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
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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 5 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 23h 25m. Fly via Scoot or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance between Melbourne and Kota Kinabalu is about 5687 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?
Currently priced at $437, 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 $540 and $646, respectively. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
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 $434). Flying from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $935). 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.
Top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
Discover the top 5 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 23 November 2025.
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