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Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu from $639

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — BKI
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult
Tue 14/5
Tue 21/5

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 116,342 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,560

Return from

$1,498

One-way from

$639
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Average for return flights in May 2024
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From Auckland Intl to Kota Kinabalu
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One-way flight from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
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Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Kota Kinabalu in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 116,342 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Kota Kinabalu in May and June 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Fri 31/521:00AKL - BKI
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/601:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,498
Fri 31/510:40AKL - BKI
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/601:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,551
Fri 31/521:00AKL - BKI
1 stop31h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 6/601:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/5$1,561
Fri 31/510:40AKL - BKI
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/608:30BKI - AKL
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,002
Thu 30/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop15h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 7/615:00BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,047
Sat 18/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop15h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/511:30BKI - AKL
1 stop19h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,048
Fri 31/521:00AKL - BKI
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/613:00BKI - AKL
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,095
Fri 31/510:40AKL - BKI
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/607:00BKI - AKL
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,122
Fri 31/510:40AKL - BKI
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/611:30BKI - AKL
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,180

Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Kota Kinabalu in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 116,342 searches and data were last updated on 9 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 31/521:00AKL - BKI
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/601:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,498
Fri 31/510:40AKL - BKI
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/601:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,551
Fri 31/521:00AKL - BKI
1 stop31h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 6/601:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/5$1,561
Sat 26/1001:10AKL - BKI
1 stop15h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 10/1111:55BKI - AKL
1 stop19h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,773
Sun 27/1017:15AKL - BKI
1 stop23h 20mSingapore Airlines
Sun 10/1119:55BKI - AKL
1 stop14h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,992
Sun 27/1022:00AKL - BKI
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/1101:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,995
Fri 31/510:40AKL - BKI
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/608:30BKI - AKL
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,002
Thu 30/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop15h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 7/615:00BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,047
Sat 18/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop15h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/511:30BKI - AKL
1 stop19h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,048

Flights to Kota Kinabalu departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Kota Kinabalu, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 116,342 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Users travelling to Kota Kinabalu last-minute should check out these flights departing soon. Make sure the flight you book matches the day, time, and destination you're looking for.
Sat 18/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop15h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/511:30BKI - AKL
1 stop19h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,048
Sat 18/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop15h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/513:00BKI - AKL
1 stop18h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$3,004
Sat 18/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop19h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/512:30BKI - AKL
2 stops18h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$5,303
Sat 18/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop20h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/512:30BKI - AKL
2 stops18h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/5$5,316
Sun 19/513:15AKL - BKI
2 stops37h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 21/507:00BKI - AKL
1 stop24h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5$9,333
Sun 19/513:15AKL - BKI
2 stops39h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 21/511:30BKI - AKL
1 stop19h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5$9,353

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu

Explore one-way flight options to Kota Kinabalu for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 116,342 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Kota Kinabalu. Users can also find round-trip Kota Kinabalu flights by using the search form above.
Sat 8/620:40AKL - BKI
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$639
Sat 8/620:40AKL - BKI
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$664
Sat 8/606:30AKL - BKI
1 stop18h 10mBatik Air
Deal found 9/5$914
Sat 8/613:05AKL - BKI
3 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$921
Sat 8/621:00AKL - BKI
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,012
Sat 8/619:30AKL - BKI
3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,096

Average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu is currently $874 while a return flight costs $1,719. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

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

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

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).

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 to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 3 May 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 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Kota Kinabalu should consider flying on Wednesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 9 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Malaysia Airlines, China Eastern and Qatar Airways 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,424 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
394 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

China Eastern
7.3
Good
525 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Batik Air
6.6
Okay
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

  • What does BKI mean?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport is BKI. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu?

    null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

  • Does Kota Kinabalu Airport have rental cars?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

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

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