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Cheap flights from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) from $55

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MNL — BKI
May 23 — May 301
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The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in November or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 May 18, 2024.

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November

Round-trip from

$915

One-way from

$55
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

Flying to your destination on a Tuesday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Kota Kinabalu. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 52 days in advance, which can save you up to 11% on flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 52 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $86. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $131.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in April. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Kota Kinabalu. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from Manila in November are about $97 on average during November, but can be found for as low as $52.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (MNL - BKI)?

It’s optimal to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Malaysia Airlines flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Malaysia Airlines for the route between Manila 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 2,650,061 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Sat 9/76:50 amMNL - BKI
1 stop7h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 9/149:45 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop14h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/17$1,298
Wed 5/296:50 amMNL - BKI
1 stop7h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 5/319:45 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop14h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/17$1,614
Thu 6/2712:50 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 6/299:00 amBKI - MNL
2 stops12h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,637

Cheap Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Manila 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 2,650,061 searches. Prices were last updated on May 18, 2024.
Sat 6/13:05 amMNL - BKI
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/56:00 amBKI - MNL
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$287
Sun 6/27:15 amMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/56:00 amBKI - MNL
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$332
Sat 6/13:05 amMNL - BKI
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/52:00 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$333
Sun 6/27:15 amMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/52:00 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$378
Thu 6/2711:20 amMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 6/299:45 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop17h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/17$381
Thu 6/2711:20 amMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 6/2911:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop18h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 5/16$383
Sun 6/28:00 amMNL - BKI
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/59:45 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$455
Sun 6/210:45 amMNL - BKI
2 stops13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/412:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$656
Sat 6/13:55 amMNL - BKI
1 stop20h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 6/41:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop23h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/18$747

Manila to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Manila and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,650,061 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Wed 7/35:30 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/61:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$168
Mon 7/111:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/3011:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$171
Wed 7/311:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/74:35 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$190
Tue 7/22:00 amMNL - BKI
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/61:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$211
Mon 7/17:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/309:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$219
Tue 7/22:00 amMNL - BKI
2 stops10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/61:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$220
Wed 7/36:55 amMNL - BKI
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/79:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$248
Mon 7/19:40 pmMNL - BKI
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/291:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$249
Mon 7/17:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/303:45 pmBKI - MNL
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$250

Non-stop flights to Kota Kinabalu from Manila

Discover non-stop flight options from Manila 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 2,650,061 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Mon 7/111:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Mon 7/291:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/17$111

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu from Manila

Search for one-way flight options from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,650,061 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Sat 7/611:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 5/17$55
Sat 7/610:45 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$92
Fri 7/53:05 amMNL - BKI
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$144
Fri 7/52:00 amMNL - BKI
2 stops15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$162
Sat 7/65:35 amMNL - BKI
2 stops11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$176

Find flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize 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 2,650,061 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.

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$168 - $383

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Price

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 7/3

1 stop8h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/6

Nonstop2h 10m

$168

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 7/1

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/30

1 stop10h 40m

$171

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 7/3

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/7

1 stop9h 20m

$190

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 7/2

1 stop12h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/6

Nonstop2h 10m

$211

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 7/1

1 stop15h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/30

1 stop16h 50m

$219

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 7/2

2 stops10h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/6

Nonstop2h 10m

$220

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 7/3

1 stop12h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/7

1 stop23h 25m

$248

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 7/1

2 stops17h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/29

Nonstop2h 10m

$249

Manila Ninoy Aquino IntlKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 6/27

1 stop9h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 6/29

1 stop18h 35m

$383

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Deals found on 5/17

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is 89 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is currently $126 while a round-trip flight costs $229. 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
389 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Philippine Airlines
7.4
Good
1,244 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

China Eastern
7.2
Good
505 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Philippines AirAsia
6.5
Okay
136 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $168, but on average you can expect to pay $409.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is less than $111.

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

    This flight path from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is Philippine Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $383 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Malaysia Airlines, starting at $1,118 and $1,298 round-trip.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $57 for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is $55 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at $4,266.

  • What does MNL to BKI mean?

    Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport is MNL and Kota Kinabalu Airport is BKI. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

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Weekly flight availability from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

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