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

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

What airlines fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Philippines AirAsia, AirAsia and Scoot are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu from Southeast Asia according to our data. Philippines AirAsia is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kota Kinabalu. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of March 2026, 572 flights take off from Southeast Asia and land in Kota Kinabalu each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 24% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

As of March 2026, 81 flights take off from Southeast Asia and land in Kota Kinabalu each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 64% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

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

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

As of March 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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

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 Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kota Kinabalu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:45 am - 9:30 am

TWU

BKI

0h 45mnonstop

6:30 am - 7:20 am

BKI

TWU

0h 50mnonstop

$48AirAsia

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15

10:10 am - 11:00 am

TWU

BKI

0h 50mnonstop

4:35 pm - 5:25 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 50mnonstop

$50AirAsia

Sun, May 10 - Sun, May 17

1:30 pm - 2:25 pm

TWU

BKI

0h 55mnonstop

3:35 pm - 4:30 pm

BKI

TWU

0h 55mnonstop

$70Batik Air

Wed, Jul 1 - Sat, Jul 4

1:30 pm - 2:25 pm

TWU

BKI

0h 55mnonstop

7:05 am - 8:00 am

BKI

TWU

0h 55mnonstop

$77Batik Air

Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 15

11:10 pm - 1:20 am

MNL

BKI

2h 10mnonstop

1:45 am - 3:55 am

BKI

MNL

2h 10mnonstop

$101Philippines AirAsia

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 12

11:10 pm - 1:20 am

MNL

BKI

2h 10mnonstop

1:45 am - 3:55 am

BKI

MNL

2h 10mnonstop

$102Philippines AirAsia

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 12

6:50 pm - 12:30 am

JHB

BKI

5h 40m

1 stop

5:15 pm - 7:30 pm

BKI

JHB

2h 15mnonstop

$124Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

7:55 pm - 9:35 am

PEN

BKI

13h 40m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 11:55 pm

BKI

PEN

2h 40mnonstop

$129Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

7:50 pm - 8:30 pm

BWN

BKI

0h 40mnonstop

4:35 pm - 5:15 pm

BKI

BWN

0h 40mnonstop

$136Royal Brunei Airlines

Sun, Apr 5 - Thu, Apr 9

7:50 pm - 8:30 pm

BWN

BKI

0h 40mnonstop

5:10 pm - 5:50 pm

BKI

BWN

0h 40mnonstop

$147Royal Brunei Airlines

Sun, May 17 - Sat, May 30

Batik Air flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

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Batik Air

Jul 1

TWU1:30 pmTawau

0h 55m

BKI2:25 pmKota Kinabalu

Jul 4

BKI3:35 pmKota Kinabalu

0h 55m

TWU4:30 pmTawau

$70

Batik Air

Apr 14

TWU1:30 pmTawau

0h 55m

BKI2:25 pmKota Kinabalu

Apr 15

BKI7:05 amKota Kinabalu

0h 55m

TWU8:00 amTawau

$77

Batik Air

Apr 14

TWU1:30 pmTawau

0h 55m

BKI2:25 pmKota Kinabalu

Apr 15

BKI7:05 amKota Kinabalu

0h 55m

TWU8:00 amTawau

$78

Philippines AirAsia flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

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Philippines AirAsia

Aug 10

MNL11:10 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

2h 10m

BKI1:20 amKota Kinabalu

Aug 12

BKI1:45 amKota Kinabalu

2h 10m

MNL3:55 amManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$101

Philippines AirAsia

Aug 10

MNL11:10 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

2h 10m

BKI1:20 amKota Kinabalu

Aug 12

BKI1:45 amKota Kinabalu

2h 10m

MNL3:55 amManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$102

Philippines AirAsia

Jul 1

MNL11:10 pmManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

2h 10m

BKI1:20 amKota Kinabalu

Jul 6

BKI1:45 amKota Kinabalu

2h 10m

MNL3:55 amManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$104

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TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Wed 4/8

8:45 am-9:30 am

Nonstop0h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/15

6:30 am-7:20 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$48

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Sun 5/10

10:10 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/17

4:35 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$50

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Wed 7/1

1:30 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/4

3:35 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$70

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Tue 4/14

1:30 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/15

7:05 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 55m

$77

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 8/10

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 8/12

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$101

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 8/10

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 8/12

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$102

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Mon 4/20

6:50 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/27

5:15 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$124

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Wed 5/6

7:55 pm-9:35 am

1 stop13h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/13

9:15 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$129

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Bandar Seri BegawanKota Kinabalu

BWN - BKI

BWNBKI

Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl

Sun 4/5

7:50 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop0h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 4/9

4:35 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop0h 40m

$136

Bandar Seri BegawanKota Kinabalu

BWN - BKI

BWNBKI

Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl

Sun 5/17

7:50 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop0h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/30

5:10 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop0h 40m

$147

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As of March 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
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 Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kota Kinabalu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu is Boeing 737-800, representing 33.51% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 17.89%, Airbus A320neo at 17.19%, and Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 15.57%.

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Philippines AirAsia	PriceFrom $82	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 125 reviews	Search Philippines AirAsia flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $93	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 322 reviews	Search Scoot flights
AirAsia	PriceFrom $98	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 230 reviews	Search AirAsia flights

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