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$819+ 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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BKI
17 Nov — 24 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 18 October 2025.

Return from

$1,261

One-way from

$819

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,556
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 5/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 00m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
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20/11
  • 20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 20m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($161 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 October 2025.

Wed 5/1122:00AKL - BKI
1 stop31h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 16/1101:30BKI - AKL
1 stop34h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/10$1,359
Wed 5/1120:45AKL - BKI
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1107:15BKI - AKL
3 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,402
Tue 4/1101:40AKL - BKI
1 stop15h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 17/1116:05BKI - AKL
1 stop15h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,542
Thu 25/1222:10AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 50mChina Southern
Wed 31/1219:05BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 16/10$1,921

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

22:10-18:00

1 stop24h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 19/3

19:05-16:15

1 stop16h 10m

$1,261

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/11

22:00-00:30

1 stop31h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 16/11

01:30-16:35

1 stop34h 05m

$1,359

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/11

20:45-16:35

2 stops24h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 17/11

07:15-05:30

3 stops41h 15m

$1,402

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/1

22:10-18:00

1 stop24h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 23/2

22:00-15:30

3 stops36h 30m

$1,474

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

16:45-19:15

3 stops31h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 19/3

05:20-06:45

3 stops44h 25m

$1,481

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/1

22:10-18:00

1 stop24h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 23/2

19:05-06:30

1 stop30h 25m

$1,542

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/11

20:45-11:05

2 stops43h 20m

$819

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Deals found on 17/10

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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 38 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 18 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern and Malaysia Airlines to Malaysia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.4
Good
116 reviews
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Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.4
Good
116 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
116 reviews
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Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

FAQs about flying to Kota Kinabalu

  • 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?

    Kota Kinabalu is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu typically cost $24, while return flights cost around $114.

  • How much is a return flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A return flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around $66, however they can be found for as little as $65.

  • 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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