Cheap flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu from $595

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.
AKL — BKI
4 Sep — 11 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in February or June, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,302

One-way from

$595

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,408
14/10-21/10
  • 14/10-21/10
  • 5 total stops
  • 57h 55m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
4/9
  • 4/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 30m total
  • Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($221 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, 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$1,302
Tue 14/1022:25AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Tue 21/1019:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 29/8$1,444
Mon 13/1001:25AKL - BKI
1 stop28h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/1022:20BKI - AKL
1 stop33h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/8$1,786

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Fly from

Auckland

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Kota Kinabalu

Route

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

$1,302

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

$1,444

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

$1,786

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/9

07:30-21:00

2 stops41h 30m

$595

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/9

07:30-19:25

2 stops39h 55m

$637

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

$759

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

Sun 7/9

21:00-00:30

1 stop31h 30m

$966

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/9

00:25-23:40

1 stop27h 15m

$1,090

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Deals found on 29/8

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu?

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 from Auckland 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 30 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern and Malaysia Airlines from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

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.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

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.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

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.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Currently priced at $978, China Southern will fly you from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Malaysia Airlines for as low as $1,408. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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Fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu on these airlines

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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland 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 30 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$978Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,408Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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