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$561+ Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BKI
24 Nov — 1 Dec1
1 adult

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 150,872 searches and data was last updated on 19 November 2024.

Return from

$2,495

One-way from

$561

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,523
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 3/1-9/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 00m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
31/3
  • 31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2024

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Best flights to Kota Kinabalu
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Kota Kinabalu that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 November 2024.

Fri 3/111:40AKL - BKI
3 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/101:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,495
Thu 2/101:40AKL - BKI
1 stop18h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 10/116:05BKI - AKL
1 stop15h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,954
Fri 3/122:10AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 50mChina Southern
Fri 10/119:05BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11$3,064

Find flights to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Locate flights to Kota Kinabalu that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 150,872 searches and data was last updated on 19 November 2024.

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Departure

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Price

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/1

11:40-21:35

3 stops38h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9/1

01:30-16:35

1 stop34h 05m

$2,495

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/1

01:40-15:20

1 stop18h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/1

16:05-12:05

1 stop15h 00m

$2,954

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/1

22:10-18:00

1 stop24h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/1

19:05-16:15

1 stop16h 10m

$3,064

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/3

06:15-11:20

2 stops34h 05m

$561

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/3

22:25-18:20

1 stop24h 55m

$680

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/3

00:55-17:45

1 stop21h 50m

$743

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Deals found on 18/11

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Travel insights for flights to Kota Kinabalu

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When is the best time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight to Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu takes 35 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu are China Southern and Malaysia Airlines.

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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 19 November 2024.
8.1
Very Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

8.1
Very Good
1,333 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

7.7
Good
123 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

7.3
Good
299 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

    Booking a flight to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is your only option if you intend on flying to Kota Kinabalu. It is only a 5.8 km journey from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kota Kinabalu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Does Kota Kinabalu have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Kota Kinabalu has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Survivor Lodge Pulau Tiga is the closest property to Kota Kinabalu (0.0 km away from Kota Kinabalu).

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