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$1,028+ Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BKI
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2026

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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 24 February 2026.

Thu 21/509:00
AKL
-
BKI
1 stop37h 20m
China Southern
Thu 11/601:45
BKI
-
AKL
1 stop33h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 20/2$1,028
Mon 6/409:00
AKL
-
BKI
1 stop19h 30m
China Southern
Mon 13/419:20
BKI
-
AKL
1 stop16h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 22/2$1,086
Mon 6/409:00
AKL
-
BKI
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/411:30
BKI
-
AKL
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,354
Thu 21/506:10
AKL
-
BKI
2 stops17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/608:50
BKI
-
AKL
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,505

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Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2026, 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 24 February 2026.

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$1,028

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,512
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 21/5-11/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 10m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

09:00-18:20

1 stop37h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 11/6

01:45-06:30

1 stop24h 45m

$1,030

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

06:10-08:10

2 stops30h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/6

21:45-00:10

2 stops46h 25m

$1,508

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/4

09:00-00:30

1 stop19h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/4

19:20-15:35

1 stop16h 15m

$1,597

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/8

13:00-00:40

1 stop15h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/8

16:20-16:50

2 stops20h 30m

$1,605

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/6

13:00-09:30

1 stop24h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 12/7

10:10-16:50

2 stops26h 40m

$1,933

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sun 28/6

13:00-09:30

1 stop24h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/7

05:20-22:50

1 stop13h 30m

$1,999

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/4

13:00-09:30

1 stop24h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/4

10:10-16:50

2 stops26h 40m

$2,000

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/4

06:10-22:05

2 stops43h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 20/4

22:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$2,066

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/4

13:00-09:30

1 stop24h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 17/4

10:10-16:50

2 stops26h 40m

$2,076

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Deals found on 21/2

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

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 24 February 2026.
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
7.3
Good
137 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.

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.

  • 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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