Cheap flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu from $217
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 30/11. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
How to find the cheapest flight from Sydney (SYD) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 1 December 2023.
Popular in | January |
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Cheapest in | October |
Round-trip from | $868 |
One-way from | $217 |
SYD - BKI Price | $576 - $1,641 |
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BKI Temperature | 26 - 27 °C |
BKI Rainfall | 60 - 351 mm |
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu?
Departing on a Sunday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 42% when planning your travel around this day of the week.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu?
To save up to 72% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 14 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu from $389 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,205 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu?
Flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu lean towards being more expensive in January. Prices are generally better when you fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $472.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu (SYD - BKI)?
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
Cheap Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Malaysia Airlines for the route between Sydney and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 716,436 searches. Data last updated 1 December 2023.
Check out some of the cheapest Malaysia Airlines flights we've come across from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Cheap Scoot flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Scoot for the route between Sydney and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 716,436 searches. Data last updated 1 December 2023.
Browse through some of the cheapest Scoot flights travelling from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu from Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 716,436 searches. Data last updated 1 December 2023.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. Users needing a return flight from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu should utilise the search form above.
Find flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu within your budget
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 716,436 searches. Data last updated 1 December 2023.
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1 stop17h 50m
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1 stop20h 15m
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 11/3
1 stop17h 50m
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Mon 8/4
1 stop29h 35m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
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SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 6/5
1 stop16h 35m
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 17/5
1 stop12h 05m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 6/5
1 stop16h 35m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 19/5
1 stop13h 45m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
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SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 11/3
2 stops28h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 21/3
2 stops21h 00m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
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SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 8/5
1 stop13h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 19/5
1 stop13h 45m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
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SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 7/5
1 stop14h 35m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 22/5
1 stop12h 55m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
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SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 11/3
1 stop30h 00m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 20/3
1 stop33h 05m
Sydney Kingsford SmithKota Kinabalu
SYD - BKI
SYDBKI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 8/5
2 stops31h 45m
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 18/5
1 stop22h 05m
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 1 December 2023.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Malaysia Airlines, Scoot and China Southern from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience
Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.
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Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience
Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.
Overall
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Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience
Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.
Overall
Food
Crew
Boarding
Comfort
Entertainment
Reviews
Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience
Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.
Overall
Food
Crew
Boarding
Comfort
Entertainment
Reviews
Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience
Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.
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Can I find flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu for under $400 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Scoot for just $400, but on average you can expect to pay $837.
How popular is this Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight route?
Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Kota Kinabalu have been viewed 754 times in the past calendar month.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?
Currently priced at $400, Scoot will fly you from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu and back. In addition to Scoot, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Malaysia Airlines and China Eastern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $831 and $918, respectively. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu?
When booking a flight from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu, you may want to consider flying on Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines or Scoot as they are the most popular for this route.
What does SYD to BKI mean?
Great question - SYD to BKI just means Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!
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