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Cheap flights from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu from ₱2,995

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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
Mar 4 — Mar 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 2, 2026.

Mon 8/1011:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Wed 8/121:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 1/31₱5,990
Fri 5/111:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 5/81:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/1₱6,166
Sun 5/311:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 5/101:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/1₱6,225
Sun 3/2911:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 4/51:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/1₱6,283
Wed 3/184:15 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 15m
Philippines AirAsia
Wed 3/257:15 pm
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 00m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 1/31₱6,577
Fri 3/274:15 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 15m
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 4/31:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/1₱6,636
Fri 3/274:15 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 15m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 4/51:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/1₱6,871
Mon 5/411:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Mon 5/111:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/1₱6,988
Fri 5/111:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Mon 5/111:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/1₱7,047
Fri 5/111:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Wed 5/61:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 2/1₱7,106
Fri 2/2710:35 am
CEB
-
BKI
1 stop7h 55m
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 3/66:55 pm
BKI
-
CEB
1 stop26h 50m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 1/30₱10,100
Wed 3/118:00 am
CEB
-
BKI
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/1411:05 am
BKI
-
CEB
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31₱11,157

Find flight deals from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Philippines to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated February 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

₱6,166

One-way from

₱2,995

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

₱7,810

Good round-trip deal

₱5,989 or less

Good one-way deal

₱3,452 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 5/1-5/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
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Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 3/22
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philippines 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 February 2, 2026.
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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 5/6

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/10

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱6,166

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 5/1

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/10

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱6,166

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 5/3

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/10

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱6,225

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 3/18

4:15 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 3/25

7:15 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

₱6,812

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 5/1

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/6

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱7,106

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 3/17

6:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 3/24

8:00 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 30m

₱9,455

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 5/3

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/10

12:15 pm-5:50 am

1 stop17h 35m

₱9,866

Cebu CityKota Kinabalu

CEB - BKI

CEBBKI

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Fri 2/27

10:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/6

6:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop26h 50m

₱10,100

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 5/1

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/13

8:30 pm-5:50 am

1 stop9h 20m

₱10,159

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 5/3

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/13

8:30 pm-5:50 am

1 stop9h 20m

₱10,277

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Best time to book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱4,052). Flying from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₱6,342). 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 PH to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Philippines 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 February 2, 2026.

When flying from Philippines 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 often are flights from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Philippines and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 146 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Over the last year, Philippines AirAsia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.

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 February 2, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Philippines AirAsia from the Philippines 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.
Philippines AirAsia
6.7
Okay
120 reviews
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Entertainment

5.6

Food

6.4

Boarding

6.7

Crew

7.5

Overall

6.7

Comfort

6.6

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
6.7
Okay
120 reviews
Philippines AirAsia
6.7
Okay
120 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.6

Food

6.4

Boarding

6.7

Crew

7.5

Overall

6.7

Comfort

6.6

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 Philippines 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Philippines?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. It is only a 5.8 km journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kota Kinabalu’s city center.

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

    The Philippines to Kota Kinabalu flight path was viewed by 1,122 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 Philippines to Kota Kinabalu?

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

  • What are the most popular routes from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu?

    The most popular flight routes from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu are Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu, Cebu City Mactan Intl - Kota Kinabalu and Davao City Francisco Bangoy - Kota Kinabalu.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₱6,644 for a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is ₱3,361 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at ₱6,401.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philippines 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 Philippines to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱4,052). Flying from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₱6,342). 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 airline flying from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Philippines 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 February 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest₱4,377Average₱9,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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