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Cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu from RM 288

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in November or July, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 513

One-way from

RM 288

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 589
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 21/2-26/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
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Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 23/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Manila to Kota Kinabalu
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Cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Fri 21/216:15MNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 15mPhilippines AirAsia
Wed 26/218:55BKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 16/1RM 513
Sat 22/319:30MNL - BKI
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/318:55BKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1RM 652
Wed 26/219:30MNL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Fri 7/318:45BKI - MNL
1 stop10h 45mScoot
Deal found 17/1RM 738
Thu 23/112:55MNL - BKI
1 stop21h 05mAirAsia
Thu 30/106:00BKI - MNL
1 stop18h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 16/1RM 1,363
Thu 13/212:00MNL - BKI
1 stop14h 30mChina Southern
Fri 14/203:30BKI - MNL
1 stop19h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 16/1RM 1,511
Fri 14/323:20MNL - BKI
1 stop25h 10mJeju Air
Tue 18/301:30BKI - MNL
1 stop20h 50mJeju Air
Deal found 16/1RM 1,547
Thu 20/313:15MNL - BKI
1 stop11h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 21/306:50BKI - MNL
2 stops14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,732
Thu 20/204:55MNL - BKI
1 stop19h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 25/201:30BKI - MNL
1 stop26h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1RM 2,150

Find flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 21/2

16:15-18:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 26/2

18:55-20:55

Nonstop2h 00m

RM 513

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 22/3

19:30-19:05

1 stop23h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 26/3

18:55-20:55

Nonstop2h 00m

RM 652

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 26/2

06:30-19:05

1 stop12h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 28/2

18:45-18:30

1 stop23h 45m

RM 751

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 12/2

12:00-02:30

1 stop14h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 13/2

03:30-22:30

1 stop19h 00m

RM 1,448

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 14/3

23:20-00:30

1 stop25h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 18/3

01:30-22:20

1 stop20h 50m

RM 1,547

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 20/3

13:15-00:55

1 stop11h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 21/3

06:50-21:30

2 stops14h 40m

RM 1,732

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 20/2

04:55-00:30

1 stop19h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 25/2

01:30-03:40

1 stop26h 10m

RM 2,150

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 7/3

12:05-00:35

1 stop12h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 8/3

01:45-10:35

1 stop32h 50m

RM 3,446

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 23/2

16:15-18:30

Nonstop2h 15m

RM 288

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 28/2

01:10-11:55

1 stop10h 45m

RM 342

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Best time to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Manila with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 78 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 102). 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 MNL to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Manila 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 17 January 2025.

When flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight at midday.

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Southern, China Eastern and Philippines AirAsia from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
277 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

China Eastern
7.0
Good
134 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    Flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu have been viewed 44 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu round-trip from RM 513. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Scoot, from RM 751, and China Southern, from RM 1,448. Philippines AirAsia is currently priced 2% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    RM 288 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Philippines AirAsia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on AirAsia and Scoot, with prices starting from RM 342 and RM 459, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    While on average a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is generally RM 588, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is RM 222. When looking at the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu), you can expect to pay RM 513 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 102). 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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Philippines AirAsiaCheapestRM 417AverageRM 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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