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$25+ Cheap flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu (KCH - BKI)

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KCH — BKI
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in August or April, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$49
(AirAsia)

One-way from

$25
(AirAsia)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$53

Good round-trip deal

$52 or less

Good one-way deal

$26 or less
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Cheapest flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AirAsia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/39:00 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mAirAsia
Tue 10/77:50 amBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 20mAirAsia
Deal found 7/28$49
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/105:30 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mFirefly
Tue 10/143:25 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mFirefly
Deal found 7/27$62
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2510:55 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/18:10 pmBKI - KCH
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$79
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/32:30 pmKCH - BKI
1 stop18h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 10/73:25 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/29$101
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Batik Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/77:55 pmKCH - BKI
1 stop14h 40mBatik Air
Mon 11/103:05 pmBKI - KCH
1 stop27h 50mBatik Air
Deal found 7/27$185

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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Kuching

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Kota Kinabalu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Fri 10/3

9:00 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 10/7

7:50 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$49

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Fri 10/10

5:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 10/14

3:25 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$62

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Mon 8/25

10:55 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 9/1

8:10 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$79

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Fri 10/3

2:30 pm-9:10 am

1 stop18h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 10/7

3:25 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$101

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Fri 11/7

7:55 pm-10:35 am

1 stop14h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 11/10

3:05 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$185

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Fri 9/26

4:00 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$25

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Wed 9/17

2:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop20h 30m

$71

KuchingKota Kinabalu

KCH - BKI

KCHBKI

Kuching

Mon 10/27

8:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops17h 45m

$130

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Deals found on 7/27

Best time to book a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu

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

How far ahead should I 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 July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu is 62 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KCH to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Kuching 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 July 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Kuching 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from KCH to BKI are scheduled on a Friday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, and Batik Air from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
270 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
270 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
270 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.7
Okay
208 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
270 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
73 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
270 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kuching 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 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 5 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.

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

    Within the past month, 52 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, AirAsia ($49), Firefly ($62), and Malaysia Airlines ($101) offers the cheapest pricing from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. You may be able to fly from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu for 14% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $25. Malaysia Airlines flights start at $71 while deals on Batik Air start at $130 one-way.

  • 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 (71%), Firefly (49%) and Malaysia Airlines (48%).

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

    While on average a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu is generally $42, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $20. When looking at the most popular route, (Kuching - Kota Kinabalu), you can expect to pay $44 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuching 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapest$43Average$62FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
AirAsiaCheapest$47Average$60FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%

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