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Cheap flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu (KCH - BKI) from $89

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KCH — BKI
May 23 — May 301
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The best prices from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in November or October, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuching (KCH) 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 May 18, 2024.

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December

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November

Average price

$56

Round-trip from

$915
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 32% on the overall cost on flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?

To save on the cost of your flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu, book at least 41 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 65% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $58 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $88.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Kota Kinabalu. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuching in November are about $55 on average during November, but can be found for as low as $27.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu (KCH - BKI)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Malaysia Airlines flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Malaysia Airlines for the route between Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Tue 7/306:05 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 8/112:30 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$89
Tue 7/306:50 amKCH - BKI
1 stop15h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 8/112:30 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$105
Tue 7/306:05 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 8/111:20 amBKI - KCH
2 stops6h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$133
Sat 6/15:40 amKCH - BKI
2 stops14h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 6/47:00 amBKI - KCH
2 stops10h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/17$738

Cheap Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Prices were last updated on May 18, 2024.
Sat 6/110:20 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/410:20 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$113
Sat 6/110:20 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/47:25 amBKI - KCH
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$130
Sat 6/18:30 amKCH - BKI
1 stop7h 40mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Tue 6/47:25 amBKI - KCH
1 stop13h 25mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 5/17$139
Sat 6/15:30 pmKCH - BKI
2 stops8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/47:25 amBKI - KCH
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$224
Sat 6/15:40 amKCH - BKI
2 stops14h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 6/47:00 amBKI - KCH
2 stops10h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/17$738

Kuching to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Kuching and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Tue 7/306:05 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 8/112:30 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$89
Tue 7/306:50 amKCH - BKI
1 stop15h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 8/112:30 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$105
Sat 6/110:20 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/410:20 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$113
Sun 12/154:20 pmKCH - BKI
1 stop5h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 12/1812:45 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/17$121
Sat 6/110:20 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/47:25 amBKI - KCH
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$130
Tue 7/306:05 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 8/111:20 amBKI - KCH
2 stops6h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$133
Sat 6/18:30 amKCH - BKI
1 stop7h 40mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Tue 6/47:25 amBKI - KCH
1 stop13h 25mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 5/17$139
Sun 12/154:20 pmKCH - BKI
1 stop5h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 12/1810:00 amBKI - KCH
1 stop5h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/17$181
Sat 6/15:30 pmKCH - BKI
2 stops8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/47:25 amBKI - KCH
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$224

Non-stop flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuching

Discover non-stop flight options from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Tue 7/306:05 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 8/112:30 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$89
Sat 6/110:20 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/410:20 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$113

Find flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kuching 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 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.

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$89 - $738

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Return

Price

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Tue 7/30

Nonstop1h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/1

Nonstop1h 25m

$89

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Tue 7/30

1 stop15h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/1

Nonstop1h 25m

$105

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Sat 6/1

Nonstop1h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/4

Nonstop1h 25m

$113

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Sat 6/1

Nonstop1h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/4

1 stop13h 25m

$130

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Tue 7/30

Nonstop1h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/1

2 stops6h 05m

$133

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Sat 6/1

1 stop7h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/4

1 stop13h 25m

$139

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Sat 6/1

2 stops8h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/4

1 stop13h 25m

$224

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Sat 6/1

2 stops14h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/4

2 stops10h 25m

$738

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When is the best time to book a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu is 40 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $209. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

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

BKI

Temperature

78.8 - 80.6 °F

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 May 18, 2024.
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
387 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
387 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
387 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kota Kinabalu from Kuching. Booking flights from Kuching (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to Kota Kinabalu from 2 different airlines. 1h 25m is how long a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • Can I find flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Malaysia Airlines for just $89, but on average you can expect to pay $208.

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    Cheapflights has at least 2 direct flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu is less than $101.

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

    Within the past month, 21 users have taken a look at flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    According to our current data, Malaysia Airlines ($89), and Royal Brunei Airlines ($139) offers the cheapest pricing from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu are AirAsia (92%), Malaysia Airlines (76%) and Firefly (71%).

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

    While on average a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu is generally $56, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $23. When looking at the most popular route, (Kuching - Kota Kinabalu), you can expect to pay $44 for that flight.

  • What does KCH to BKI mean?

    Great question - KCH to BKI just means Kuching Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/17.

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