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CMH — BKI
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest Malaysia Airlines flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable Malaysia Airlines flight options available from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 27 July 2026.

Wed 26/823:30
MEL
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BKI
1 stop25h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 2/905:20
BKI
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MEL
1 stop11h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/7$975
Sat 22/823:30
MEL
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BKI
1 stop18h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 3/922:20
BKI
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MEL
1 stop32h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/7$995
Mon 24/807:45
MEL
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BKI
1 stop12h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Fri 28/806:50
BKI
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MEL
1 stop21h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,055

Flights to Kota Kinabalu with Malaysia Airlines at a glance

Find detailed information about Malaysia Airlines flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Explore the options provided by Malaysia Airlines to plan your journey from Australia to Kota Kinabalu. Data last updated 27 July 2026.

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Average price

$987

Return from

$960

One-way from

$790
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  • 25/10-1/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Australia to Kota Kinabalu
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  • 11/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 10m total
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How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu with Malaysia Airlines?

On average, Malaysia Airlines flights from Australia to Kota Kinabalu take 13 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

FAQs about flights to Kota Kinabalu with Malaysia Airlines

  • Which airport do Malaysia Airlines flights arrive at when travelling to Kota Kinabalu?

    Malaysia Airlines flights on this route tend to land at Kota Kinabalu Airport.

  • Is Malaysia Airlines the cheapest airline for a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    Flight prices will depend on factors like date, time, and cabin class, so it is worth comparing flights before booking. Based on Cheapflights data, the cheapest average return price for flights to Kota Kinabalu tends to be with AirAsia.

  • Are there alternative airlines other than Malaysia Airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu?

    Scoot, Royal Brunei Airlines and AirAsia all fly to Kota Kinabalu and offer an alternative to Malaysia Airlines.

  • How much is a Malaysia Airlines flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    The average price for a return flight with Malaysia Airlines is $1,068, while a one-way flight costs around $804.

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7.4

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6.7

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7.5

Food

7.0

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8.1

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