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Cheap flights from the Philippines to Kota Kinabalu from ₱5,418

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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
May 30 — Jun 61
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 April 30, 2026.

Mon 11/24:15 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 15m
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 11/66:55 pm
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 00m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/29₱10,836
Sun 7/1211:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Wed 7/151:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/30₱11,082
Fri 6/2611:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 6/281:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/29₱11,205
Wed 6/1711:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 6/281:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/29₱11,390
Wed 7/811:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 7/121:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/28₱11,698
Sun 7/1911:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 7/261:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/30₱11,821
Wed 5/611:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Mon 5/181:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/30₱12,128
Wed 6/1011:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 6/141:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/28₱12,190
Tue 7/212:05 am
CEB
-
BKI
1 stop17h 25m
Scoot
Tue 8/412:15 pm
BKI
-
CEB
1 stop13h 15m
Scoot
Deal found 4/28₱15,638
Sun 7/192:00 am
CEB
-
BKI
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/27:50 am
BKI
-
CEB
2 stops41h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28₱16,746
Sun 7/192:00 am
CEB
-
BKI
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/711:20 pm
BKI
-
CEB
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28₱16,807
Sun 7/192:00 am
CEB
-
BKI
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/37:30 am
BKI
-
CEB
2 stops17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28₱16,992

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 April 30, 2026.

Round-trip from

₱11,205

One-way from

₱5,418

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

₱6,464

Good round-trip deal

₱6,713 or less

Good one-way deal

₱3,955 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 6/26-6/28
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
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Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 7/22
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Philippines to Kota Kinabalu
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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 6/26

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/28

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱11,205
Quickest round-trip

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 10/25

4:15 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/1

6:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

₱11,390

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 6/17

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/28

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱11,390

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 8/5

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 8/12

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱12,867

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 6/1

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/7

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱13,483

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 6/13

6:55 am-7:45 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/19

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱15,391

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 6/19

7:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/21

1:50 pm-5:50 am

1 stop16h 00m

₱15,453

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 5/10

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/13

7:00 am-6:40 pm

2 stops11h 40m

₱18,654

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 5/12

7:40 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/15

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱18,716

Cebu CityKota Kinabalu

CEB - BKI

CEBBKI

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Thu 6/11

12:55 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 6/18

10:00 pm-1:00 am

1 stop27h 00m

₱19,085

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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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱3,448). Flying from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu in March is currently the most expensive (average of ₱5,110). 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 April 30, 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 23% of weekly flights between Philippines and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 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 Saturday 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, AirAsia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% 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 April 30, 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
6.8
Okay
126 reviews
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Crew

7.6

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

5.7

Boarding

6.8

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

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.4

Entertainment

5.7

Boarding

6.8

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 862 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 or Scoot to get the fastest option. The distance between Philippines and Kota Kinabalu is about 1096 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 ₱5,863 for a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is ₱3,611 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at ₱14,406.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu (average of ₱3,448). Flying from Philippines to Kota Kinabalu in March is currently the most expensive (average of ₱5,110). 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 April 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest₱4,563Average₱9,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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