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Cheapest round-trip
₱9,178
Typical prices: ₱7,684–₱16,058
Philippines AirAsia
Tue 11/6Thu 11/8
MNL - BKI • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
₱4,715
Typical prices: ₱3,818-₱9,750
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 11/30
MNL - BKI • Non-stop
Direct flights
You can fly nonstop with Philippines AirAsia. Average duration is 2h 06m
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Most flights • 4 per week
Best reviews • Score: 6.8
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Cheapest • 53% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Kota Kinabalu

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Kota Kinabalu

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Philippines AirAsia Logo
4:15 pm - 6:20 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 05mnonstop
Philippines AirAsia Logo
7:05 pm - 9:15 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 10mnonstop
₱9,178Philippines AirAsia
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Philippines AirAsia Logo
4:15 pm - 6:20 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 05mnonstop
Philippines AirAsia Logo
7:05 pm - 9:15 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 10mnonstop
₱9,304Philippines AirAsia
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
Philippines AirAsia Logo
4:15 pm - 6:20 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 05mnonstop
Philippines AirAsia Logo
7:05 pm - 9:15 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 10mnonstop
₱9,304Philippines AirAsia
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
Philippines AirAsia Logo
4:15 pm - 6:20 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 05mnonstop
Philippines AirAsia Logo
7:05 pm - 9:15 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 10mnonstop
₱9,493Philippines AirAsia
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:10 amMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 9:15 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 10mnonstop
₱12,762Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:00 pmMNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
12h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 9:15 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
2h 10mnonstop
₱13,453Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
Scoot Logo
5:55 am - 11:10 amDVO  Davao City Francisco Bangoy-BKI Kota Kinabalu
29h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
Scoot Logo
12:10 pm - 7:35 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-DVO Davao City Francisco Bangoy
7h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
₱16,219Scoot
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 6:20 pmCEB  Cebu City Mactan Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
11h 55m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 11:40 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl
16h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
₱17,037Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
Scoot Logo
5:55 am - 11:10 amDVO  Davao City Francisco Bangoy-BKI Kota Kinabalu
29h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
Scoot Logo
12:10 pm - 4:55 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-DVO Davao City Francisco Bangoy
16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
₱17,414Scoot
Wed, Mar 31 - Sat, Apr 3
Scoot Logo
6:45 am - 7:30 pmDVO  Davao City Francisco Bangoy-BKI Kota Kinabalu
12h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
Scoot Logo
8:45 pm - 5:45 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-DVO Davao City Francisco Bangoy
9h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
₱27,912Scoot
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Price, demand and travel trends for flights to Kota Kinabalu

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What is the cheapest flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Manila to Kota Kinabalu is the cheapest route at ₱9,178 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

On average, a round-trip flight from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu costs ₱10,295, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Manila average ₱9,455, while Cebu City runs a bit higher at ₱14,015.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu at ₱9,870 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at ₱16,785.

What’s the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

•November is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu, with an average price of ₱8,361 round-trip.
•June (₱12,322) and August (₱11,693) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Afternoon flights to Kota Kinabalu are the cheapest at ₱9,870 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at ₱20,243.

What is a good deal for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights under ₱7,684 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Kota Kinabalu at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Manila ₱7,184.

When are flights to Kota Kinabalu the cheapest?

Flights to Kota Kinabalu are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Kota Kinabalu

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

₱4,715
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 21% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

When to book flights to Kota Kinabalu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Kota Kinabalu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Kota Kinabalu, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Kota Kinabalu is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around ₱7,684 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long is a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    Direct flights to Kota Kinabalu are available from Manila with a flight time of about 2h 05m.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Kota Kinabalu?

    Last-minute fares to Kota Kinabalu (booked within 2 weeks of departure) are typically 2% higher than the average round-trip fare of ₱10,295.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Kota Kinabalu?

    Philippines AirAsia operates the most flights from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu at 4 per week, and for this route Philippines AirAsia is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

  • How many flights serve Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu receives 1 flights per day and 4 per week from across the world. Manila has the most flights to Kota Kinabalu with 4 weekly flights.

Your guide to booking Kota Kinabalu flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Kota Kinabalu, book around 19 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 41% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Kota Kinabalu, a good round-trip fare is around ₱7,684. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Kota Kinabalu in November. Round-trip fares historically average ₱8,361, making November the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to noon to save up to ₱10,373 per round-trip. Noon flights to Kota Kinabalu average ₱9,870 compared to ₱20,243 for morning flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Kota Kinabalu, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Philippines AirAsia includes a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.

Reviews of the top airlines flying to Kota Kinabalu

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Kota Kinabalu? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.7
Philippines AirAsiaOverall score based on 128 reviews
6.7Comfort
5.6Entertainment
6.8Boarding
7.5Crew
6.4Food
Airline reviews

Didn’t like anything and nothing could be better because they delayed my same flights 4 times!

2.0 MediocreSpenser, Oct 2026
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Didn’t like anything and nothing could be better because they delayed my same flights 4 times!

It didn't crash. But it was a bit delayed!

Pleasant airline over all. On time, efficient, nice staff and good food.

This flight was excellent in all ways if they could repeat it consistently they would grow immediately

Philippines AirAsia is never on-time flight, delayed 3 hours. Everything else was fine though.

Service it was good Lower airfare and discount for loyal customer

The flight was delayed by an hour . Traveling with 75 year old father was difficult and then when he asked for water he was asked to purchase :-) . Overall just an ok experience.

Overall service is good, the only thing I would like airasia to improve is there seating. Their seat handles are broken as well as the back rest

Boarding with air asia is excellent via organized lines by zone except when there is only 1 gate agent and no scanner, only by tearing tickets??? Crazy

The flight was supposed to depart at 9:25. It departed at 9:00. Im glad we were early and did not miss it.

Apart from the staff at the airport who were amazing the rest of the experience with scoot was disgusting a very basic flight packed and uncomfortable no consideration to a disabled traveller. And even worse from Singapore to Vienna. All about the money. Not even a complementary coffee or juice. From the airline. The staff at the airport didn't look at me as been disabled and no help not even a wheelchair was offered. The food on the plane was cheap and tasteless and expensive no entertainment on plane and WiFi which had to be paid for was intermittent at best.

Not a frequent user of their website booking. Booked my check-in baggage and only realized that I did not book my check in baggage for return flight. The receipt was not clear in identifying that as well. Was charged exorbitantly at check in counter. Bad taste for sure when it is a business trip and not leisure trip. Baggage was delayed for more than an hour at belt back in SG.

The cosmetic condition was pretty run down. The carpets were badly worn out. Even the paint on the wings was chipped and peeled! Looks like they are running these 787s to the ground..

We had 2 attempts to land at Singapore Changing during a thunderstorm. Everything was delayed by 1 hour plus.

We flew on the 787 Dreamliner direct to main gate at KLIA2, quick entry via eGate and on the train 41mins after touchdown. Go well SCOOT

Not clear why boarding passes could only be issued at the counter and not through the kiosk. I had already check-in on the web, so waiting to obtain a boarding pass 1.5 hours before the actual flight defeats the purpose of early web check-in.

Scoot refused to change my flight even though I had booked a flexible ticket. MyTrip wanted to charge me an extra $271 for a ticket that was only listed as $217. I complained about this to scoot and they didn't give a shite. So never again will you be getting money from me Scoot. You can Scoot off.

It would have been nice if I could have actually travelled to Perth. I injured my back and was unable to fly. Scoot refused to change my ticket saying it was not flexible. However I purchased the ticket through MyTrip and it was flexible. MyTrip wanted to charge me an extra $271 to change to a ticket that was only listed as $217. Never again will I fly Scoot or book through MyTrip

Connection flights are smooth, both flight takeoff arrive on time, that will be the best u can expect. Food no order, service no complain, entertainment not seen, cleanliness can be improve.

Extra luggage after you purchase 1 is gonna jacked u up to 800sgd which is so up to the hook... you could buy 3 round trips ticket on that price.. im so disappointed.. im not gonna choose this airline anymore.. horrible experience...

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