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Cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu from ₱2,288

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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in June or May, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manila (MNL) 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 June 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

₱4,186

One-way from

₱2,288

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

₱5,414

Good round-trip deal

₱4,768 or less

Good one-way deal

₱2,183 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 7/25-7/28
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
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Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 8/24
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (₱58,614 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₱5,964 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 14, 2025.

Fri 6/208:35 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Mon 7/281:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 6/13₱4,186
Sat 9/277:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/281:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14₱6,307
Wed 10/86:55 amMNL - BKI
1 stop12h 30mScoot
Mon 10/138:25 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop22h 10mScoot
Deal found 6/14₱9,489
Wed 7/25:45 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mChina Southern
Wed 7/97:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop27h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12₱17,135
Tue 7/83:05 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop20h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 7/146:45 amBKI - MNL
2 stops14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/13₱18,196
Wed 6/257:20 amMNL - BKI
1 stop11h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 6/2910:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop7h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/13₱20,093
Wed 6/1811:50 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop23h 40mJeju Air
Sat 6/2112:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mJeju Air
Deal found 6/13₱23,107

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Manila 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 411,093 searches. Data last updated June 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 7/25

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/28

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱4,186

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 9/27

7:35 pm-11:15 am

1 stop15h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/28

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱6,307

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 10/8

6:55 am-7:25 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 10/13

8:25 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 10m

₱9,489

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 7/2

5:45 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/9

7:20 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop27h 55m

₱17,135

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 7/8

3:05 pm-11:55 am

1 stop20h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/14

6:45 am-9:25 pm

2 stops14h 40m

₱18,196

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 6/25

7:20 am-6:20 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/29

10:20 pm-6:10 am

1 stop7h 50m

₱20,093

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 6/25

11:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/29

1:15 am-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 05m

₱29,080

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 8/24

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱2,288

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 8/27

6:55 am-7:25 pm

1 stop12h 30m

₱4,409

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 11/7

1:10 am-9:25 am

1 stop8h 15m

₱5,749

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Best time to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Manila with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱83). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₱119). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Manila 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 June 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 50% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 14, 2025.

The most flights from MNL to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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 looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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 June 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern, Malaysia Airlines and Philippine Airlines from Manila 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
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
872 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Eastern
7.2
Good
150 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    Booking a flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is your only option if you wish to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu, all of which are around 2h 10m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu.

  • How popular is this Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    This flight path from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu was viewed by 1,212 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on Philippines AirAsia is currently your cheapest option to Kota Kinabalu, with prices starting at ₱4,186. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scoot and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at ₱9,489 and ₱17,135, respectively. You may be able to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    ₱2,288 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Philippines AirAsia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scoot and AirAsia, with prices starting from ₱4,409 and ₱5,749, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    On average you can expect to pay ₱3,824 for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is ₱2,062 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at ₱6,028.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱83). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₱119). 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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Fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu on these airlines

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Top 3 airlines flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Manila 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 411,093 searches. Data last updated June 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest₱4,667Average₱6,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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ScootCheapest₱9,202Average₱10,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₱17,487Average₱23,945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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