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Cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu from ₱2,416

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 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
Oct 8 — Oct 151
1 adult

The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in January or November, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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 October 3, 2024.

Round-trip from

₱4,775

One-way from

₱2,416

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 12/6-12/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 12/15
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop

Cheap Scoot flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Scoot for the route between Manila 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 345,140 searches. Data last updated October 3, 2024.
Consider these cheap Scoot flights we've found departing from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Fri 11/17:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Fri 11/156:45 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop23h 45mScoot
Deal found 9/30₱9,662
Tue 10/87:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop23h 40mScoot
Thu 10/1012:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop17h 40mScoot
Deal found 10/2₱10,674

Cheap Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Philippines AirAsia for the route between Manila 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 345,140 searches. Data last updated October 3, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Fri 12/64:15 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippines AirAsia
Wed 12/116:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 10/1₱4,775
Thu 10/1011:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Wed 10/161:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 10/2₱5,955

Cheap Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights in October & November 2024

Find cheap flight options from Manila to Kota Kinabalu specifically for the months of October and November 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 345,140 searches. Prices were last updated on October 3, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 10/2311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Wed 10/306:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 10/2₱5,899
Fri 11/87:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/116:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱7,865
Mon 11/47:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Sat 11/912:30 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop30h 00mScoot
Deal found 10/2₱9,269
Thu 10/319:40 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop22h 35mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Thu 11/78:15 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop24h 30mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱14,831
Tue 10/228:25 amMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 55mChina Southern
Fri 10/257:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop15h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 10/2₱18,707
Mon 11/184:55 amMNL - BKI
1 stop19h 35mChina Eastern
Fri 11/221:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop26h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/2₱28,144
Thu 10/315:20 pmMNL - BKI
2 stops20h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 11/72:25 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops21h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱32,695
Mon 11/1111:20 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop25h 10mJeju Air
Sat 11/161:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop20h 50mJeju Air
Deal found 10/2₱32,863

Manila to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Manila and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 345,140 searches. Data last updated October 3, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 11/154:15 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippines AirAsia
Mon 11/186:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 10/2₱4,719
Fri 11/87:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/116:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱7,865
Mon 11/47:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Sat 11/912:30 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop30h 00mScoot
Deal found 10/2₱9,269
Thu 10/319:40 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop22h 35mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Thu 11/78:15 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop24h 30mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱14,831
Tue 10/228:25 amMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 55mChina Southern
Fri 10/257:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop15h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 10/2₱18,707
Mon 11/184:55 amMNL - BKI
1 stop19h 35mChina Eastern
Fri 11/221:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop26h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/2₱28,144
Thu 10/315:20 pmMNL - BKI
2 stops20h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 11/72:25 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops21h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱32,695
Mon 11/1111:20 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop25h 10mJeju Air
Sat 11/161:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop20h 50mJeju Air
Deal found 10/2₱32,863

Direct flights to Kota Kinabalu from Manila

Discover non-stop flight options from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 345,140 searches. Data last updated October 3, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Search for alternative flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu by utilizing the search form above.
Fri 11/154:15 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippines AirAsia
Mon 11/186:55 pmBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 10/2₱4,719

Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 345,140 searches. Data last updated October 3, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Thu 10/1011:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Wed 10/161:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 10/2₱5,955
Tue 10/87:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/91:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱8,707
Tue 10/87:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop23h 40mScoot
Thu 10/1012:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop17h 40mScoot
Deal found 10/2₱10,674

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu from Manila

Search for one-way flight options from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 345,140 searches. Data last updated October 3, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sun 12/154:15 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 10/1₱2,416
Fri 11/17:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Deal found 10/2₱4,157
Sat 11/238:20 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱6,179
Fri 11/221:10 amMNL - BKI
1 stop16h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 10/2₱7,022
Fri 11/15:20 pmMNL - BKI
2 stops20h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/2₱13,707
Mon 12/309:40 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop22h 35mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 10/1₱23,089

Find flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

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 345,140 searches. Data last updated October 3, 2024.

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Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 12/6

Nonstop2h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/11

Nonstop2h 00m

₱4,775

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 11/8

1 stop16h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/10

Nonstop2h 00m

₱7,415

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 11/1

1 stop16h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 11/15

1 stop23h 45m

₱9,662

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 2/24

1 stop29h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 3/1

2 stops11h 15m

₱15,561

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 12/7

1 stop24h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/11

1 stop15h 45m

₱17,696

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 11/11

1 stop22h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/17

1 stop23h 15m

₱17,752

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 1/13

1 stop28h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/17

1 stop23h 00m

₱27,302

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 11/6

1 stop25h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/9

1 stop20h 50m

₱27,976

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 2/24

1 stop12h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/28

1 stop21h 10m

₱46,177

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 10/1

Best time to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

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Travel insights for flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 September 27, 2024.

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 4 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱2,921). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₱4,719). 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 October 3, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 October 3, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Scoot and Philippines AirAsia 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.
8.4
Very good
492 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My wife and I recently had two great flights from Los Angeles to Seoul and from Seoul to Jakarta. The flight attendants were friendly, polite and attentive, and our economy seats had excellent legroom compared to other airlines we've flown. Also, the food and the entertainment were quite enjoyable. I would be happy to fly Asiana Airlines again.

8.4
Very good
492 reviews
8.4
Very good
492 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My wife and I recently had two great flights from Los Angeles to Seoul and from Seoul to Jakarta. The flight attendants were friendly, polite and attentive, and our economy seats had excellent legroom compared to other airlines we've flown. Also, the food and the entertainment were quite enjoyable. I would be happy to fly Asiana Airlines again.

8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews
8.4
Very good
492 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My wife and I recently had two great flights from Los Angeles to Seoul and from Seoul to Jakarta. The flight attendants were friendly, polite and attentive, and our economy seats had excellent legroom compared to other airlines we've flown. Also, the food and the entertainment were quite enjoyable. I would be happy to fly Asiana Airlines again.

7.8
Good
161 reviews
8.4
Very good
492 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My wife and I recently had two great flights from Los Angeles to Seoul and from Seoul to Jakarta. The flight attendants were friendly, polite and attentive, and our economy seats had excellent legroom compared to other airlines we've flown. Also, the food and the entertainment were quite enjoyable. I would be happy to fly Asiana Airlines again.

7.4
Good
314 reviews
8.4
Very good
492 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My wife and I recently had two great flights from Los Angeles to Seoul and from Seoul to Jakarta. The flight attendants were friendly, polite and attentive, and our economy seats had excellent legroom compared to other airlines we've flown. Also, the food and the entertainment were quite enjoyable. I would be happy to fly Asiana Airlines again.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for under ₱4,800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for under ₱4,800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Philippines AirAsia for just ₱4,775, but on average you can expect to pay ₱19,325.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for under ₱4,800 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu under ₱4,800. A good price for a nonstop flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is less than ₱4,719.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for under ₱6,000?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu within the next 7 days for less than ₱6,000.

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

  • 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 ₱4,775. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scoot and Malaysia Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at ₱9,662 and ₱15,561, respectively. You may be able to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    ₱2,416 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 ₱4,157 and ₱7,022, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₱5,197 for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is ₱1,988 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at ₱4,719.

  • What does MNL to BKI mean?

    This is defined as Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Manila 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/2.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱2,921). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₱4,719). 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 4 airlines flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 4 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 345,140 searches. Data last updated October 3, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest₱3,935Average₱6,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%