What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia?

AirAsia, Batik Air, and Firefly are the most popular carriers operating from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

How many flights depart from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia on average per day?

As of May 2026, there are 74 flights per day flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00AM, with 37% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia on average per week?

As of May 2026, 523 flights take off from Kota Kinabalu and land in Southeast Asia each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sun, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Southeast Asia?

Malaysia Airlines, Philippines AirAsia and AirAsia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Southeast Asia from Kota Kinabalu according to our data. Malaysia Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Southeast Asia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Southeast Asia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia?

Prices for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Southeast Asia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Southeast Asia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Southeast Asia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:30 pm - 9:20 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 50mnonstop

7:05 pm - 7:55 pm

TWU

BKI

0h 50mnonstop

$62AirAsia

Sun, Jul 5 - Tue, Jul 7

7:10 pm - 8:00 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 50mnonstop

10:10 am - 11:00 am

TWU

BKI

0h 50mnonstop

$70AirAsia

Sun, Jul 5 - Wed, Jul 8

3:20 pm - 4:15 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 55mnonstop

1:25 pm - 2:20 pm

TWU

BKI

0h 55mnonstop

$81Batik Air

Thu, Jul 2 - Sun, Jul 5

10:30 am - 1:10 pm

BKI

KUL

2h 40mnonstop

6:50 am - 9:30 am

KUL

BKI

2h 40mnonstop

$91Firefly

Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25

10:30 am - 1:10 pm

BKI

KUL

2h 40mnonstop

6:50 am - 9:30 am

KUL

BKI

2h 40mnonstop

$95Firefly

Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25

3:20 pm - 4:15 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 55mnonstop

1:25 pm - 2:20 pm

TWU

BKI

0h 55mnonstop

$96Batik Air

Thu, Jul 2 - Sun, Jul 5

10:50 pm - 1:20 am

BKI

KUL

2h 30mnonstop

6:50 am - 9:30 am

KUL

BKI

2h 40mnonstop

$116Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 9

5:20 am - 8:00 am

BKI

KUL

2h 40mnonstop

6:50 am - 9:30 am

KUL

BKI

2h 40mnonstop

$119Malaysia Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

5:20 am - 8:00 am

BKI

KUL

2h 40mnonstop

6:50 am - 9:30 am

KUL

BKI

2h 40mnonstop

$120Malaysia Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

3:20 pm - 4:15 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 55mnonstop

8:05 pm - 9:30 am

TWU

BKI

13h 25m

1 stop

$171Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

Royal Brunei Airlines flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

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Royal Brunei Airlines

Jul 2

BKI4:35 pmKota Kinabalu

3h 50m

1 stop

KUL8:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jul 5

KUL12:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

8h 00m

1 stop

BKI8:10 pmKota Kinabalu

$207

Royal Brunei Airlines

Jun 12

BKI8:50 amKota Kinabalu

11h 35m

1 stop

KUL8:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jun 14

KUL12:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

8h 00m

1 stop

BKI8:10 pmKota Kinabalu

$214

Royal Brunei Airlines

Jun 11

BKI8:15 pmKota Kinabalu

15h 05m

1 stop

KUL11:20 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Jun 15

KUL9:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

BKI8:15 pmKota Kinabalu

$221

Firefly flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

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Firefly

Oct 23

BKI10:30 amKota Kinabalu

2h 40m

KUL1:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 25

KUL6:50 amKuala Lumpur Intl

2h 40m

BKI9:30 amKota Kinabalu

$91

Firefly

Oct 23

BKI10:30 amKota Kinabalu

2h 40m

KUL1:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 25

KUL6:50 amKuala Lumpur Intl

2h 40m

BKI9:30 amKota Kinabalu

$95

Firefly

Oct 16

BKI10:30 amKota Kinabalu

2h 40m

KUL1:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 18

KUL6:50 amKuala Lumpur Intl

2h 40m

BKI9:30 amKota Kinabalu

$105

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Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/5

8:30 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Tue 7/7

7:05 pm-7:55 pm

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Sun 7/5

7:10 pm-8:00 pm

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Tawau

Wed 7/8

10:10 am-11:00 am

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$70

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 7/2

3:20 pm-4:15 pm

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$81

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

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Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/23

10:30 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

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6:50 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$91

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/23

10:30 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 10/25

6:50 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$95

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 7/2

3:20 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Sun 7/5

1:25 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$96

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 8/3

10:50 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 8/9

6:50 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$116

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10/15

5:20 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 10/18

6:50 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$119

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10/15

5:20 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 10/18

6:50 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$120

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

3:20 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Mon 9/21

8:05 pm-9:30 am

1 stop13h 25m

$171

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Southeast Asia?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Southeast Asia from Kota Kinabalu, with most prices found around $65. If you don’t want to visit Southeast Asia in June, then you should wait until April to fly from Kota Kinabalu, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $68.

What is the cheapest Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Southeast Asia from Kota Kinabalu when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Southeast Asia for around $194 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Southeast Asia from Kota Kinabalu for as low as $128 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia.

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Fastest flight time	2h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Southeast Asia	295 airports

The fastest flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia takes 2h 35m

Direct flights go from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia every day.

There are 295 airports in Southeast Asia. From Kota Kinabalu there are direct flights to Kuching (KCH), Tawau (TWU), Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia?
Prices for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Southeast Asia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Southeast Asia?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Southeast Asia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Southeast Asia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia is Boeing 737-800 (28.60% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (19.69%), Airbus A320 (sharklets) (16.74%), and Airbus A320neo (15.36%).

Best airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Philippines AirAsia	PriceFrom $107	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 126 reviews	Search Philippines AirAsia flights
AirAsia	PriceFrom $115	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 232 reviews	Search AirAsia flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $121	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 326 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $230	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 307 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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