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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu from $660

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — BKI
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2026.

Sat 2/509:00
AKL
-
BKI
1 stop37h 20m
China Southern
Sat 9/519:20
BKI
-
AKL
1 stop16h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 18/3$1,131
Sat 2/515:40
AKL
-
BKI
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/520:45
BKI
-
AKL
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,337
Thu 21/521:20
AKL
-
BKI
1 stop25h 00m
China Southern
Wed 10/619:20
BKI
-
AKL
1 stop16h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 18/3$1,402
Wed 13/513:00
AKL
-
BKI
1 stop25h 45m
Malaysia Airlines
Sat 23/515:00
BKI
-
AKL
1 stop16h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,462
Thu 21/513:00
AKL
-
BKI
1 stop15h 40m
Malaysia Airlines
Fri 12/619:05
BKI
-
AKL
1 stop23h 45m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,508
Thu 21/506:10
AKL
-
BKI
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/608:50
BKI
-
AKL
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,515
Wed 13/506:10
AKL
-
BKI
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/520:45
BKI
-
AKL
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,538

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,131

One-way from

$660

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,418
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 2/5-9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu
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25/7
  • 25/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu
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High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
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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 round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

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Fastest return journey

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

13:00-00:40

1 stop15h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 10/6

19:05-16:50

2 stops17h 45m

$1,642

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

13:00-10:45

1 stop25h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/6

19:05-16:50

2 stops17h 45m

$1,642

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/5

06:00-23:40

2 stops21h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 17/5

15:00-22:50

1 stop27h 50m

$1,652

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

06:00-23:40

2 stops21h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 10/6

19:05-16:50

2 stops17h 45m

$1,774

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/5

21:00-00:30

1 stop31h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 16/5

01:30-17:30

1 stop36h 00m

$1,851
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/7

15:40-08:50

2 stops21h 10m

$686

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/7

21:20-18:20

1 stop25h 00m

$704

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/7

14:10-11:15

1 stop25h 05m

$896

AucklandKota Kinabalu

AKL - BKI

AKLBKI

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/7

14:10-11:15

1 stop25h 05m

$934

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu (average of $998). Flying from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,716). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 22 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern and Malaysia Airlines from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu 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
145 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
145 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
145 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
297 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
145 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from New Zealand?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu?

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu can take about 15h 40m. Malaysia Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,642. There are 7723 km between New Zealand and Kota Kinabalu.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu (average of $998). Flying from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,716). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to Kota Kinabalu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,002Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,421Average$1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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