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$596+ 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BKI
4 Sep — 11 Sep1
1 adult

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 30 August 2025.

Return from

$1,303

One-way from

$596

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,410
14/10-21/10
  • 14/10-21/10
  • 5 total stops
  • 57h 55m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
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4/9
  • 4/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 30m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($221 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 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 30 August 2025.

Tue 14/1015:40AKL - BKI
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1011:45BKI - AKL
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8$1,303
Tue 14/1022:25AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Tue 21/1019:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 29/8$1,446
Mon 13/1001:25AKL - BKI
1 stop28h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/1022:20BKI - AKL
1 stop33h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/8$1,788

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Tue 14/10

15:40-19:25

3 stops32h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 21/10

11:45-17:55

2 stops25h 10m

$1,303

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Tue 14/10

22:25-18:20

1 stop24h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 21/10

19:20-16:35

1 stop16h 15m

$1,446

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Mon 13/10

01:25-00:40

1 stop28h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 21/10

22:20-12:25

1 stop33h 05m

$1,788

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/9

07:30-21:00

2 stops41h 30m

$596

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/9

07:30-19:25

2 stops39h 55m

$638

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/9

07:30-01:20

3 stops45h 50m

$736

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/9

21:25-18:20

1 stop24h 55m

$760

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

06:15-16:35

2 stops38h 20m

$769

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/9

06:40-21:30

3 stops42h 50m

$797

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

21:00-00:30

1 stop31h 30m

$860

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Deals found on 29/8

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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 22 August 2025.

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 25 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 30 August 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
7.5
Good
109 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.5
Good
109 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.5
Good
109 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

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 $23, while return flights cost around $168.

  • How much is a return flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A return flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around $99, however they can be found for as little as $99.

  • 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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