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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu from $348

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BKI
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in March or May, booked 82 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 (MEL) 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$475

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$855
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 19/8-30/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($252 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 July 2025.

Tue 19/821:30MEL - BKI
1 stop23h 55mScoot
Sat 30/812:15BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 00mScoot
Deal found 3/7$475
Tue 19/821:30MEL - BKI
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/810:10BKI - MEL
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$631
Sat 16/810:20MEL - BKI
1 stop34h 00mChina Southern
Fri 22/803:30BKI - MEL
1 stop27h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 2/7$1,007
Fri 3/1007:00MEL - BKI
2 stops33h 30mBatik Air
Sun 19/1011:00BKI - MEL
2 stops15h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 2/7$1,083
Sat 23/821:30MEL - BKI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 30/801:30BKI - MEL
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/7$1,190

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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 4 July 2025.
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Melbourne

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Kota Kinabalu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

13:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 31/8

13:00-20:15

1 stop29h 15m

$467

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 19/8

21:30-19:25

1 stop23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 30/8

10:10-20:15

2 stops32h 05m

$631

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Fri 3/10

13:00-22:15

2 stops35h 15m

$348

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Deals found on 2/7

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 Airport to Kota Kinabalu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 27 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 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 4 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 4 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, China Eastern, andScoot from Melbourne Airport 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.
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Eastern
7.1
Good
152 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Scoot
6.7
Okay
306 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
72 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

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?

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne. On average, Kota Kinabalu has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 5 airlines. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

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

    Scoot, at $475, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Southern and Batik Air. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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$440Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapest$550Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$657Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$719Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,003Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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