$51+ Cheap flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu (KCH - BKI)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KCH — BKI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Kuching to Kota KinabaluExplore 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 September 11, 2026.
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 September 11, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/228:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Thu 10/294:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/6![AirAsia logo]()
$92
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/113:00 pm -
Nonstop1h 30m
Mon 11/167:50 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/7![AirAsia logo]()
$93
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/66:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Sun 10/116:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$94
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Mon 10/196:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$95
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1311:40 am -
Nonstop1h 30m
Mon 11/167:50 am -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$101
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/238:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Fri 10/305:25 pm -
1 stop2h 45m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$115
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Sun 11/16:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$116
Best flights from Kuching to Kota KinabaluDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Mon 10/196:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/11![AirAsia logo]()
$99
This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/66:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Sun 10/116:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/10![AirAsia logo]()
$104
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Sun 11/18:05 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$223
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/84:10 pm -
1 stop17h 50m
Mon 10/128:05 am -
1 stop25h 05m
Deal found 9/10![Batik Air logo]()
$294
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:00 pm -
1 stop5h 40m
Sun 11/14:05 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Malaysia Airlines logo]()
$305
Last-minute flights from Kuching to Kota KinabaluDiscover last-minute flight deals from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Data last updated September 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Data last updated September 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/66:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Sun 10/116:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$94
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Mon 10/196:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$95
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/228:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Thu 10/294:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/6![AirAsia logo]()
$92
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/238:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 25m
Fri 10/305:25 pm -
1 stop2h 45m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$115
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Sun 11/16:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$116
One-way flights from Kuching to Kota KinabaluSearch for one-way flight options from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Mon 9/286:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![AirAsia logo]()
$51
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:00 am -
Nonstop1h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![AirAsia logo]()
$65
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 9/169:35 am -
2 stops7h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$138
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 9/287:40 pm -
1 stop14h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Batik Air logo]()
$143
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Mon 1/44:10 pm -
2 stops22h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Batik Air logo]()
$254
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 1/27:40 pm -
2 stops39h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Batik Air logo]()
$286
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 12/317:40 pm -
2 stops39h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Batik Air logo]()
$312
Find 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 September 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $92 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $47 (Priceline) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $107 |
Good round-trip deal | $140 or less |
Good one-way deal | $62 or less |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Wed 9/16
9:25 am-12:25 pm
1 stop3h 00m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$88
Quickest round-trip
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Thu 10/15
6:00 am-7:25 am
Nonstop1h 25m
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 10/19
6:45 pm-8:05 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
$99
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Tue 10/6
6:00 am-7:25 am
Nonstop1h 25m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 10/11
6:45 pm-8:05 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
$104
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Wed 9/16
9:35 am-4:50 pm
2 stops7h 15m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$138
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Mon 9/28
7:40 pm-10:00 am
1 stop14h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$143
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Sat 10/31
6:00 am-7:25 am
Nonstop1h 25m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 11/1
8:05 am-3:20 pm
1 stop7h 15m
$223
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Sat 1/2
7:40 pm-10:50 am
2 stops39h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$286
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Thu 10/8
4:10 pm-10:00 am
1 stop17h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 10/12
8:05 am-9:10 am
1 stop25h 05m
$294
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Sat 10/31
6:00 pm-11:40 pm
1 stop5h 40m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 11/1
4:05 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$305
KuchingKota Kinabalu
KCH Kuching - BKI Kota Kinabalu
KCHBKI
Kuching
Thu 12/31
7:40 pm-10:50 am
2 stops39h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$312
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Compare providers for flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kuching-Kota Kinabalu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kuching-Kota Kinabalu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kuching-Kota Kinabalu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kuching-Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Kuching-Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Kuching with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?
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 month to book a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu (average of $61). Flying from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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 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 September 11, 2026.
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 70% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
How often are flights from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu delayed?
About 26% of weekly flights between Kuching and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 98 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flights?
Over the last year, AirAsia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 26% of flights being delayed.
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 September 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with AirAsia 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.
Crew
7.5
Overall
6.8
Food
6.5
Boarding
7.0
Comfort
6.8
Entertainment
5.8
Reviews
1 / 5
2.0
MediocreJonathan,Jan 2025
CMB - KUL
Crew
7.5
Overall
6.8
Food
6.5
Boarding
7.0
Comfort
6.8
Entertainment
5.8
Reviews
1 / 5
2.0
MediocreJonathan,Jan 2025
CMB - KUL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$51 | Average$109 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time66% |