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Cheap flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu from $56

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 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKK — BKI
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapest flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 January 2026.

Mon 13/407:00
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 35m
AirAsia
Sat 18/419:45
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 26/1$114
Sat 9/517:20
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 35m
AirAsia
Mon 11/510:00
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 27/1$116
Sat 7/222:45
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 35m
AirAsia
Thu 19/202:15
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 28/1$117
Wed 4/218:55
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Sat 7/220:30
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 27/1$119
Thu 5/206:05
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 35m
AirAsia
Thu 5/222:50
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 28/1$120
Sat 14/318:45
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Sat 21/322:00
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 28/1$127
Sat 11/412:10
SIN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 35m
AirAsia
Mon 13/409:05
BKI
-
SIN
Nonstop2h 25m
AirAsia
Deal found 27/1$128
Wed 6/507:30
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 30m
Batik Air
Thu 14/507:05
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 30m
Batik Air
Deal found 26/1$130
Wed 9/907:00
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 35m
AirAsia
Sun 13/922:00
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 27/1$133
Tue 3/307:30
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 30m
Batik Air
Thu 12/307:05
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 30m
Batik Air
Deal found 27/1$137
Tue 14/712:45
SIN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 30m
Batik Air
Tue 4/809:25
BKI
-
SIN
Nonstop2h 20m
Batik Air
Deal found 27/1$140
Wed 24/607:30
KUL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 30m
Batik Air
Sun 28/611:00
BKI
-
KUL
Nonstop2h 30m
Batik Air
Deal found 27/1$144

Find flight deals from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$114

One-way from

$56
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 13/4-18/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 10m total
  • Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 24/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Southeast Asia 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 29 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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Kota Kinabalu

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Return

Price

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 13/4

07:00-09:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 18/4

19:45-22:20

Nonstop2h 35m

$114

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/6

17:20-19:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 21/6

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/7

14:50-17:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 13/7

20:20-22:55

Nonstop2h 35m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 24/6

10:00-12:40

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 30/6

13:05-15:40

Nonstop2h 35m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/5

16:35-19:10

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 8/5

14:50-17:20

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/5

18:45-21:25

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/5

22:00-00:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 25/4

20:30-23:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 24/6

11:00-13:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 7/4

17:20-19:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/4

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

18:45-21:25

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 17/5

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$119

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/5

07:30-10:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 13/5

07:05-09:35

Nonstop2h 30m

$130

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Best time to book a flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Southeast Asia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $34). Flying from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu in January is currently the most expensive (average of $110). 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 YJX to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Southeast Asia 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 29 January 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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 29 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with AirAsia and Philippines AirAsia from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
223 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

6.8

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.4

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
223 reviews
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
223 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

6.8

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.4

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.
Philippines AirAsia
6.7
Okay
120 reviews
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
223 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

6.8

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.0

Crew

7.4

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Southeast Asia 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 Southeast Asia?

    Located just 5.8 km from the city centre, Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kota Kinabalu from Southeast Asia.

  • How long is the flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu?

    Departing from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu will take you 2h 30m. Southeast Asia and Kota Kinabalu are separated by a distance of 1431 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu are AirAsia ($20), Batik Air ($29), and Malaysia Airlines ($53).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Southeast Asia 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 Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu (average of $34). Flying from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu in January is currently the most expensive (average of $110). 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 2 airlines flying from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Southeast Asia 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 29 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest$111Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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AirAsiaCheapest$122Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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