How much are direct flights to Kota Kinabalu?

On average, a one-way direct flight to Kota Kinabalu will cost users approximately ₱4,865. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu, you can expect to pay around ₱9,695.

How long is a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu?

While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights to Kota Kinabalu to last approximately 2h 05m on average. The quickest direct flight to Kota Kinabalu at this time departs from Manila (2h 05m), while the longest leaves from Manila (2h 05m).

What is the best time of year to fly direct to Kota Kinabalu?

If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu, February is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. September may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Kota Kinabalu, when demand is typically at its lowest.

What is the most popular direct flight origin to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Kota Kinabalu is Manila. A round-trip direct flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu typically costs around ₱7,280.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travelers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

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Wed 11/44:15 pm -

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Sun 11/157:05 pm -

Nonstop2h 10m

Deal found 10/6₱9,782

Fri 10/1611:10 pm -

Nonstop2h 10m

Sun 10/181:45 am -

Nonstop2h 10m

Deal found 10/4₱10,409

Fri 11/204:15 pm -

Nonstop2h 05m

Fri 11/277:05 pm -

Nonstop2h 10m

Deal found 10/5₱10,911

Fri 11/134:15 pm -

Nonstop2h 05m

Wed 11/187:05 pm -

Nonstop2h 10m

Deal found 10/6₱10,973

Fri 11/134:15 pm -

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Mon 11/167:05 pm -

Nonstop2h 10m

Deal found 10/5₱11,036

Wed 11/114:15 pm -

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Wed 11/187:05 pm -

Nonstop2h 10m

Deal found 10/5₱11,099

Sun 11/224:15 pm -

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Sun 11/297:05 pm -

Nonstop2h 10m

Deal found 10/8₱11,349

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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 11/8

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱4,954

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 1/6

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱5,142

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 11/9

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱5,204

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 12/13

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱5,204

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 3/5

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱5,330

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 3/7

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱5,330

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 1/8

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱5,455

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 1/31

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

₱5,455

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 11/4

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/15

7:05 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

₱9,782

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 11/22

4:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/29

7:05 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

₱10,911

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Kota Kinabalu

See what other customers who have flown with Philippines AirAsia to Malaysia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Philippines AirAsia

6.8

Okay

127 reviews

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1 / 4

6.0

Good

Edward,Feb 2024

DVO - MNL

Ontime. But we hated that we paid to upgrade our weight of checked bags and carryon but your staff wanted to recheck and re weight it 2 times at 2 different points

Philippines AirAsia

6.8

Okay

127 reviews

Philippines AirAsia

6.8

Okay

127 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 4

6.0

Good

Edward,Feb 2024

DVO - MNL

Ontime. But we hated that we paid to upgrade our weight of checked bags and carryon but your staff wanted to recheck and re weight it 2 times at 2 different points

FAQ about direct flights to Kota Kinabalu

How much are direct flights to Kota Kinabalu?
On average, a one-way direct flight to Kota Kinabalu will cost users approximately ₱4,865. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu, you can expect to pay around ₱9,695.
How long is a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights to Kota Kinabalu to last approximately 2h 05m on average. The quickest direct flight to Kota Kinabalu at this time departs from Manila (2h 05m), while the longest leaves from Manila (2h 05m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu, February is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. September may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Kota Kinabalu, when demand is typically at its lowest.
What is the most popular direct flight origin to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Kota Kinabalu is Manila. A round-trip direct flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu typically costs around ₱7,280.

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