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Cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu from ₱4,372

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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
Sep 6 — Sep 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in February or October, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 August 7, 2026.

Mon 9/2111:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Fri 9/251:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/4₱8,561
Fri 11/64:15 pm -
Nonstop2h 05m
Mon 11/97:05 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/5₱8,683
Fri 9/1111:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 9/131:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/3₱8,743
Fri 9/1811:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Mon 9/211:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/2₱8,865
Mon 9/711:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 9/131:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/5₱8,986
Fri 9/1811:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 9/201:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/3₱9,411
Fri 9/411:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 9/61:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/5₱9,594
Mon 9/2811:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 10/41:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/6₱9,715
Fri 8/711:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 8/91:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/3₱9,836
Wed 9/3011:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 10/41:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/4₱9,897
Fri 8/2111:10 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Mon 8/311:45 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/7₱9,958

Find 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 August 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

₱8,561

One-way from

₱4,372

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₱9,897

Good round-trip deal

₱8,652 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 9/21-9/25
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
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Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 8/16
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₱46,665 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₱11,017 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 August 7, 2026.
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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 9/18

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 9/21

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱8,865

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 8/28

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/2

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱9,351

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/30

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱9,897

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 8/21

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 8/31

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱9,958

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 9/18

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/22

9:05 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop17h 05m

₱13,540

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 8/21

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/1

9:05 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop17h 05m

₱13,905

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 9/7

7:40 pm-11:15 am

1 stop15h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/4

7:05 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

₱16,333

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 9/28

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 10/5

6:45 pm-5:50 am

2 stops11h 05m

₱18,337

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 8/21

9:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/1

9:05 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop17h 05m

₱19,673
Cheapest one-way

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/9

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱4,493

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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?

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 46 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱6,618). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₱9,897). 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 August 7, 2026.

When flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between ₱8,258 and ₱10,990 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was ₱8,561 on Philippines AirAsia (Sep 21-Sep 25).

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 August 7, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Philippines AirAsia from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Philippines AirAsia
6.8
Okay
126 reviews
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Crew

7.6

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.8

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

6.7

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
Philippines AirAsia
6.8
Okay
126 reviews
Philippines AirAsia
6.8
Okay
126 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.6

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.8

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

6.7

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

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.

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

    This flight path from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu was viewed by 500 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    There are many flights that can get you from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in 2h 10m. Fly via Philippines AirAsia to get the fastest option. The distance between Manila and Kota Kinabalu is about 1096 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Flying on Philippines AirAsia is currently your cheapest option to Kota Kinabalu, with prices starting at ₱5,808. You may be able to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for 26% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₱8,899 for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is ₱7,450 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at ₱8,683.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱6,618). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₱9,897). 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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Philippines AirAsiaCheapest₱5,808Average₱7,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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