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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu from $1,018

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — BKI
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated 31 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,392

One-way from

$1,018

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,532
1/5-9/5
  • 1/5-9/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 73h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu
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9/4
  • 9/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($366 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($95 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Find flight deals from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2025.

Thu 1/520:40AKL - BKI
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/506:00BKI - AKL
3 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,392
Thu 1/521:25AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Fri 9/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 30/3$1,941

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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Kota Kinabalu

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/5

20:40-22:15

2 stops29h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/5

06:00-05:30

3 stops43h 30m

$1,392

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/5

21:25-18:20

1 stop24h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/5

19:20-15:35

1 stop16h 15m

$1,941

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/4

06:10-01:20

2 stops23h 10m

$1,018

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/4

00:25-15:35

1 stop19h 10m

$1,130

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Deals found on 30/3

Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 31 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu as you normally would.

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 inches 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 31 March 2025.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.

Related info for your journey

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

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu.

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu?

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Top 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 31 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,009Average$1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,508Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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