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Cheap flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu from RM 247

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — BKI
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in March or November, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 520

One-way from

RM 247

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

RM 952

Good one-way deal

RM 333 or less
T'way Air
  • T'way Air
  • 11/5-14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 50m total
  • Seoul to Kota Kinabalu
T'way Air
  • T'way Air
  • 7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 25m total
  • Seoul to Kota Kinabalu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (RM 1,041 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (RM 229 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu.

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Cheapest flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Thu 12/618:15ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mT'way Air
Mon 16/623:40BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 25mT'way Air
Deal found 15/4RM 520
Wed 7/508:15ICN - BKI
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/509:15BKI - ICN
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4RM 534
Wed 7/519:10ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 20mJeju Air
Sat 10/500:30BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 15mJeju Air
Deal found 15/4RM 556
Mon 19/519:10ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mJin Air
Thu 22/500:35BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 15mJin Air
Deal found 14/4RM 661
Sun 13/706:05ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 15mAirAsia
Wed 16/722:50BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 15/4RM 719
Sat 23/811:05ICN - BKI
1 stop25h 10mScoot
Tue 26/812:15BKI - ICN
2 stops32h 05mScoot
Deal found 15/4RM 1,080
Thu 15/512:00GMP - BKI
1 stop12h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 21/500:05BKI - GMP
1 stop18h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4RM 1,226
Sun 27/409:10GMP - BKI
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/500:15BKI - GMP
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4RM 1,460
Wed 7/520:00GMP - BKI
1 stop28h 05mAsiana Airlines
Sun 11/500:15BKI - GMP
1 stop14h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 14/4RM 2,266
Thu 1/507:10GMP - BKI
1 stop16h 55mAir Busan
Sun 4/500:15BKI - GMP
1 stop10h 40mAir Busan
Deal found 15/4RM 3,550
Fri 5/1220:50GMP - BKI
1 stop28h 40mShanghai Airlines
Sun 7/1201:30BKI - GMP
1 stop17h 20mShanghai Airlines
Deal found 14/4RM 3,686

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Seoul

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Kota Kinabalu

Route

Departure

Return

Price

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Sun 11/5

18:15-22:40

Nonstop5h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 14/5

23:40-06:05

Nonstop5h 25m

RM 520

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Fri 16/5

20:20-19:10

1 stop23h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 22/5

16:20-19:05

1 stop25h 45m

RM 534

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Thu 26/6

19:10-23:30

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 28/6

00:30-06:45

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 560

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Mon 12/5

19:10-23:35

Nonstop5h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/5

00:35-06:50

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 661

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Mon 2/6

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/6

22:50-05:05

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 745

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/7

11:05-11:15

1 stop25h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 11/7

22:00-09:40

1 stop10h 40m

RM 1,063

SeoulKota Kinabalu

GMP - BKI

GMPBKI

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 15/5

12:00-23:00

1 stop12h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 21/5

00:05-19:50

1 stop18h 45m

RM 1,226

SeoulKota Kinabalu

GMP - BKI

GMPBKI

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 27/4

09:10-23:05

1 stop14h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 1/5

00:15-09:05

1 stop7h 50m

RM 1,460

SeoulKota Kinabalu

GMP - BKI

GMPBKI

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 7/5

20:00-23:05

1 stop28h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/5

00:15-16:05

1 stop14h 50m

RM 2,266

SeoulKota Kinabalu

GMP - BKI

GMPBKI

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 1/5

07:10-23:05

1 stop16h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/5

00:15-11:55

1 stop10h 40m

RM 3,550

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Best time to book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Seoul with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 85 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 Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 101). 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 SEL to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul 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 15 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 2% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

The most flights from SEL to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 15 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, China Southern and China Eastern from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Seoul?

    If you book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Seoul, you will be flying to Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 5.8 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. There are 3 flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu per day from 2 different airlines.

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu round-trip from RM 520. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Jeju Air, from RM 560, and Jin Air, from RM 661. These flights start at 50% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for T'way Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 247. Users have also found prices from RM 282 and RM 335 on Jeju Air and AirAsia, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

    Consider AirAsia (90%), Jin Air (80%) or Korean Air (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 244. While the most popular route (Incheon Intl - Kota Kinabalu) can be booked for RM 489 on average our data indicates RM 516 when flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 101). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Jeju AirCheapestRM 1,406AverageRM 1,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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T'way AirCheapestRM 1,536AverageRM 1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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