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Flights to Kota Kinabalu

Find cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025/2026 from ₱4,681 This is the cheapest return flight found to Kota Kinabalu from Philippines on FlightsFinder on April 25th 2025 at 13:48. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.

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The month of August

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According to our data, August is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu.
You can get flights from ₱4,681 return.

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According to our data, March is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu.
A return flight could set you back more than ₱8,149.

Why fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Nestled on the northwest coast of Borneo, Kota Kinabalu is a vibrant coastal city that seamlessly blends modernity with rich cultural heritage. Known for its stunning sunsets overlooking the South China Sea, this Malaysian gem offers a myriad of outdoor adventures, from exploring the majestic Mount Kinabalu to diving in the pristine waters of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. With bustling markets showcasing local handicrafts and tantalizing street food stalls, Kota Kinabalu invites visitors to immerse themselves in its warm hospitality and soak up the diverse sights and sounds of this enchanting destination.

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Sun, 27 Apr 2025

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32°C

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Kota Kinabalu

Flight Distance and Flying Time to Kota Kinabalu

Manila, Philippines - Metropolitan Area Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
682 miles (1,097 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 2 hours)

Cebu, Philippines - Mactan International Airport (CEB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
621 miles (999 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 52 minutes)

Kalibo, Philippines - Kalibo International Airport (KLO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
586 miles (944 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 48 minutes)

Luzon, Philippines - Clark International Airport (CRK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
708 miles (1,140 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 2 hours 4 minutes)

Puerto Princesa, Philippines - Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
322 miles (518 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 12 minutes)

Davao, Philippines - Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
664 miles (1,068 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 58 minutes)

Tacloban, Philippines - D.Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
714 miles (1,149 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 2 hours 5 minutes)

Cagayan de Oro, Philippines - Laguindingan International Airport (CGY) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
611 miles (984 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 51 minutes)

Legazpi, Philippines - Legaspi Airport (LGP) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
723 miles (1,163 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 2 hours 6 minutes)

Cotabato, Philippines - Awang Airport (CBO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
566 miles (912 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 45 minutes)

Butuan, Philippines - Bancasi Airport (BXU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
679 miles (1,092 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 2 hours)

General Santos, Philippines - General Santos International Airport (GES) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
622 miles (1,000 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 52 minutes)

Surigao, Philippines - Surigao Airport (SUG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
697 miles (1,122 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 2 hours 2 minutes)

Zamboanga, Philippines - Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
418 miles (673 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 25 minutes)

Tuguegarao, Philippines - Tuguegarao Airport (TUG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
895 miles (1,441 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 2 hours 29 minutes)

Bacolod, Philippines - Silay International Airport (BCD) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
582 miles (936 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 47 minutes)

Dumaguete, Philippines - Sibulan Airport (DGT) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
549 miles (884 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 43 minutes)

Boracay, Philippines - Caticlan / Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (MPH) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
577 miles (929 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 46 minutes)

Iloilo, Philippines - Iloilo International Airport (ILO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
555 miles (893 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 44 minutes)

Roxas City, Philippines - Roxas Airport (RXS) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
602 miles (968 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 50 minutes)

Bohol, Philippines - Tagbilaran / Bohol–Panglao International Airport (TAG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
593 miles (954 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 49 minutes)

Laoag, Philippines - Laoag International Airport (LAO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
898 miles (1,445 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 2 hours 29 minutes)

Dipolog, Philippines - Dipolog Airport (DPL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
532 miles (857 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 1 hour 40 minutes)

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Cheapest flight routes found to Kota Kinabalu

From Manila

From Manila (MNL), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱4,681

Depart: 21 Aug 2025 · Return: 26 Aug 2025 Price found 25 Apr 2025, 13:48

From Bacolod

From Bacolod (BCD), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱8,685

Depart: 06 Jun 2025 · Return: 13 Jun 2025 Price found 25 Apr 2025, 05:21

From Cebu

From Cebu (CEB), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱8,714

Depart: 12 Jun 2025 · Return: 15 Jun 2025 Price found 23 Apr 2025, 13:22

From Caticlan

From Caticlan (MPH), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱9,025

Depart: 12 Jul 2025 · Return: 15 Jul 2025 Price found 23 Apr 2025, 09:29

From Panglao

From Panglao (TAG), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱9,251

Depart: 28 Jun 2025 · Return: 05 Jul 2025 Price found 25 Apr 2025, 06:23

From Davao

From Davao (DVO), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱9,971

Depart: 26 Aug 2025 · Return: 24 Sep 2025 Price found 25 Apr 2025, 20:28

From Iloilo

From Iloilo (ILO), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱11,440

Depart: 14 Jun 2025 · Return: 17 Jun 2025 Price found 23 Apr 2025, 01:57

From Angeles

From Angeles (CRK), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱13,623

Depart: 01 Aug 2025 · Return: 05 Aug 2025 Price found 24 Apr 2025, 02:00

From Kalibo

From Kalibo (KLO), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱14,147

Depart: 06 May 2025 · Return: 10 May 2025 Price found 24 Apr 2025, 21:21

From Puerto Princesa

From Puerto Princesa (PPS), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱14,310

Depart: 05 May 2025 · Return: 12 May 2025 Price found 25 Apr 2025, 10:19

From Zamboanga

From Zamboanga (ZAM), Philippines to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): ₱46,573

Depart: 17 May 2025 · Return: 17 Jun 2025 Price found 25 Apr 2025, 12:26