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Cheap flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu from $1,479

This is the cheapest return 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. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
AKL — BKI
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4
Wed 1/5

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Kota Kinabalu. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from Auckland in October are about $1,941 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $1,622.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu (AKL - BKI)?

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Cheap China Southern flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Southern for the route between Auckland and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,480 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Tue 21/521:25AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/4$1,479
Tue 21/513:20AKL - BKI
2 stops33h 00mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/4$1,925

Cheap Auckland to Kota Kinabalu flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,480 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Tue 21/521:25AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/4$1,479
Tue 21/521:25AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 18/4$1,480
Tue 21/506:30AKL - BKI
2 stops18h 10mBatik Air
Thu 23/521:30BKI - AKL
2 stops27h 15mBatik Air
Deal found 17/4$1,597
Tue 21/506:30AKL - BKI
2 stops18h 10mBatik Air
Thu 23/521:30BKI - AKL
2 stops27h 15mBatik Air
Deal found 18/4$1,599
Mon 20/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop20h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 23/521:45BKI - AKL
1 stop33h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,766
Mon 20/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop19h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 23/521:45BKI - AKL
1 stop33h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,769
Tue 21/513:20AKL - BKI
2 stops33h 00mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/4$1,925
Tue 21/516:05AKL - BKI
2 stops30h 15mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 18/4$1,927

Auckland to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Auckland and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,480 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Tue 21/521:25AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/4$1,479
Tue 21/521:25AKL - BKI
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 18/4$1,480
Tue 21/506:30AKL - BKI
2 stops18h 10mBatik Air
Thu 23/521:30BKI - AKL
2 stops27h 15mBatik Air
Deal found 17/4$1,597
Tue 21/506:30AKL - BKI
2 stops18h 10mBatik Air
Thu 23/521:30BKI - AKL
2 stops27h 15mBatik Air
Deal found 18/4$1,599
Mon 20/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop20h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 23/521:45BKI - AKL
1 stop33h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,766
Mon 20/500:25AKL - BKI
1 stop19h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 23/521:45BKI - AKL
1 stop33h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,769
Tue 21/513:20AKL - BKI
2 stops33h 00mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/4$1,925
Tue 21/516:05AKL - BKI
2 stops30h 15mChina Southern
Thu 23/519:20BKI - AKL
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 18/4$1,927

Find flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 119,480 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.

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Auckland IntlKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/5

1 stop24h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 23/5

1 stop16h 15m

$1,479

Auckland IntlKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/5

2 stops18h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 23/5

2 stops27h 15m

$1,597

Auckland IntlKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/5

1 stop20h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 23/5

1 stop33h 40m

$1,766

Auckland IntlKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/5

2 stops33h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 23/5

1 stop16h 15m

$1,925

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Deals found on 17/4

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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 19 April 2024.
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
404 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
404 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
404 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

Batik Air
6.6
Okay
61 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
404 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Southern for just $1,479, but on average you can expect to pay $1,692.

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

    Currently priced at $1,479, 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. Search Cheapflights for deals from Batik Air and Malaysia Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,597 and $1,766, respectively. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu for 23% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu?

    Consider China Southern, Malaysia Airlines or Singapore Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu.

  • What does AKL to BKI mean?

    This is defined as Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) and Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI). Codes like Kota Kinabalu Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Auckland to Kota Kinabalu flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Auckland to Kota Kinabalu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Auckland to Kota Kinabalu flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Auckland to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Auckland to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/4.

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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 19 April 2024.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Auckland to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 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 119,480 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
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China SouthernCheapest$1,353Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,371Average$1,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,516Average$1,861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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