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

AirAsia and Batik Air 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 week?

As of March 2026, 672 flights take off from Kota Kinabalu and land in Southeast Asia each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 17% 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 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Southeast Asia. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Southeast Asia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of March 2026, there are 96 flights per day flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00PM, with 49% of flights taking off at noon.

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 March 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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8:50 am - 9:40 am

BKI

TWU

0h 50mnonstop

9:00 am - 9:45 am

TWU

BKI

0h 45mnonstop

$44AirAsia

Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15

7:10 pm - 8:00 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 50mnonstop

7:05 pm - 7:55 pm

TWU

BKI

0h 50mnonstop

$45AirAsia

Tue, May 12 - Mon, May 18

8:30 pm - 9:20 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 50mnonstop

4:20 pm - 5:10 pm

TWU

BKI

0h 50mnonstop

$46AirAsia

Sun, Apr 26 - Mon, Apr 27

6:30 am - 7:20 am

BKI

TWU

0h 50mnonstop

8:45 am - 9:30 am

TWU

BKI

0h 45mnonstop

$48AirAsia

Sat, Apr 4 - Mon, Apr 6

1:35 pm - 3:00 pm

BKI

KCH

1h 25mnonstop

8:30 pm - 9:55 pm

KCH

BKI

1h 25mnonstop

$54AirAsia

Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15

7:05 am - 8:00 am

BKI

TWU

0h 55mnonstop

8:45 am - 9:40 am

TWU

BKI

0h 55mnonstop

$65Batik Air

Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26

3:35 pm - 4:30 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 55mnonstop

1:30 pm - 2:25 pm

TWU

BKI

0h 55mnonstop

$70Batik Air

Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18

10:45 pm - 1:25 am

BKI

KUL

2h 40mnonstop

6:50 am - 9:30 am

KUL

BKI

2h 40mnonstop

$89Firefly

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

6:00 am - 10:40 am

BKI

KUL

4h 40m

1 stop

6:50 am - 9:30 am

KUL

BKI

2h 40mnonstop

$100Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

6:00 am - 3:10 pm

BKI

KUL

9h 10m

1 stop

7:25 pm - 10:05 pm

KUL

BKI

2h 40mnonstop

$101Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

Malaysia Airlines flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

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Malaysia Airlines

Apr 21

BKI10:45 pmKota Kinabalu

2h 40m

KUL1:25 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Apr 23

KUL7:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

2h 40m

BKI10:05 pmKota Kinabalu

$129

Malaysia Airlines

Apr 6

BKI10:20 pmKota Kinabalu

2h 40m

KUL1:00 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Apr 10

KUL9:00 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

2h 40m

BKI11:40 pmKota Kinabalu

$154

Malaysia Airlines

Apr 2

BKI10:45 pmKota Kinabalu

2h 40m

KUL1:25 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Apr 5

KUL6:50 amKuala Lumpur Intl

2h 40m

BKI9:30 amKota Kinabalu

$180

Batik Air flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

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Batik Air

Apr 22

BKI7:05 amKota Kinabalu

0h 55m

TWU8:00 amTawau

Apr 26

TWU8:45 amTawau

0h 55m

BKI9:40 amKota Kinabalu

$65

Batik Air

May 14

BKI3:35 pmKota Kinabalu

0h 55m

TWU4:30 pmTawau

May 18

TWU1:30 pmTawau

0h 55m

BKI2:25 pmKota Kinabalu

$70

Batik Air

May 14

BKI3:35 pmKota Kinabalu

0h 55m

TWU4:30 pmTawau

May 18

TWU1:30 pmTawau

0h 55m

BKI2:25 pmKota Kinabalu

$75

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BKI - TWU

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Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/8

8:50 am-9:40 am

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Tawau

Fri 5/15

9:00 am-9:45 am

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BKI - TWU

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Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/12

7:10 pm-8:00 pm

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Tawau

Mon 5/18

7:05 pm-7:55 pm

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$45

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/26

8:30 pm-9:20 pm

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Tawau

Mon 4/27

4:20 pm-5:10 pm

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$46

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Kota Kinabalu

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8:45 am-9:30 am

Nonstop0h 45m

$48

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

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Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/8

1:35 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Kuching

Fri 5/15

8:30 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$54

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/22

7:05 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Sun 4/26

8:45 am-9:40 am

Nonstop0h 55m

$65

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/14

3:35 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Mon 5/18

1:30 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$70

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/20

10:45 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/27

6:50 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$89

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/20

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/27

6:50 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$100

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/13

7:25 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$101

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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 October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Southeast Asia from Kota Kinabalu, with most prices found around $140. If you don’t want to visit Southeast Asia in October, then you should wait until March to fly from Kota Kinabalu, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $167.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $189 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.

What cabin class options are available on Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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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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 March 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 Airbus A320neo (21.76% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 (21.55%), Airbus A320 (sharklets) (21.54%), and Airbus A320-100/200 (18.27%).

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 6.8 125 reviews	Search Philippines AirAsia flights
AirAsia	PriceFrom $117	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 230 reviews	Search AirAsia flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $174	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 298 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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