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₱3,564+ Direct flights to Kota Kinabalu

This is the cheapest price on a non-stop flight to Kota Kinabalu found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BKI
May 19 — May 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 19, 2026.

Fri 7/3111:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 8/71:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/14₱7,604
Fri 7/2411:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 7/261:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/15₱8,436
Mon 5/1111:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 5/171:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/15₱8,495
Mon 5/411:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 5/81:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/14₱8,555
Sun 7/1911:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 7/261:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/14₱8,614
Sun 5/311:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Mon 5/41:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/15₱9,624
Wed 4/2911:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 5/11:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/15₱10,337
Fri 6/1911:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Sun 6/211:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/17₱11,228
Fri 5/1511:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Mon 5/181:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/17₱11,525
Wed 5/611:10 pm
MNL
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Fri 5/81:45 am
BKI
-
MNL
Nonstop2h 10m
Philippines AirAsia
Deal found 4/16₱11,584

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 7/24

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/26

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱8,436

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 7/19

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/26

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱8,614

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 4/29

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/1

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱10,337

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 6/19

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/21

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱11,228

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 5/15

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5/18

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱11,525

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 6/7

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/15

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱12,416

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 5/29

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/1

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱12,475

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 6/8

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/15

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱12,951

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 5/31

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/1

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱13,010
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 5/11

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

₱4,158

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights 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 19, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Philippines AirAsia to Malaysia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Philippines AirAsia
6.8
Okay
126 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Food

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

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

Boarding

6.8

Food

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

5.7

Overall

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

FAQ about direct flights to Kota Kinabalu

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  • How long is a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights to Kota Kinabalu to last approximately 2h 10m on average. The quickest direct flight to Kota Kinabalu at this time departs from Manila (2h 10m), while the longest leaves from Manila (2h 10m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct to Kota Kinabalu?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu, July is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. March may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Kota Kinabalu, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Kota Kinabalu is Manila. A round-trip direct flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu typically costs around ₱6,523.

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