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$38+ Cheap flights from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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MNL — BKI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in June or May, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$77
(AirAsia)

One-way from

$38
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$97

Good round-trip deal

$85 or less

Good one-way deal

$38 or less
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Cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 7/611:10 pmMNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Thu 7/101:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 6/12$77
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2710:45 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/11:45 amBKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$146
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/67:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop23h 50mScoot
Fri 7/1110:00 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop20h 35mScoot
Deal found 6/10$278
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/199:35 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop23h 20mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Tue 7/19:05 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop17h 05mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 6/10$304
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/25:45 pmMNL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mChina Southern
Wed 7/97:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop27h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$307
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/87:40 amMNL - BKI
1 stop11h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 10/138:25 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop19h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/10$310
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/257:20 amMNL - BKI
1 stop14h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 6/3010:20 pmBKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/10$329
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/266:50 amMNL - BKI
1 stop17h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 6/309:30 amBKI - MNL
1 stop11h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/11$467

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 7/6

11:10 pm-1:20 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 7/10

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$77

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 6/27

10:45 pm-8:40 am

1 stop9h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/1

1:45 am-3:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$146

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 7/6

7:35 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/11

10:00 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$278

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 7/2

5:45 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/9

7:20 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$307

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 10/8

7:40 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 10/13

8:25 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$310

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 6/25

7:20 am-9:35 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/30

10:20 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$329

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 6/26

6:50 am-12:40 am

1 stop17h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/30

9:30 am-9:25 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$467

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 6/25

11:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/29

1:15 am-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$508

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 11/9

4:15 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$38

ManilaKota Kinabalu

MNL - BKI

MNLBKI

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 7/21

6:55 am-6:25 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$83

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Best time to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Manila with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

How far ahead should I 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 June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is 71 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 MNL to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Manila 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Manila 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from MNL to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, China Southern and Malaysia Airlines from Manila to Kota Kinabalu by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
871 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

    Booking a flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is your only option if you wish to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu, all of which are around 9h 05m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    This flight path from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu was viewed by 20 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 Philippines AirAsia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $77 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Scoot and China Southern, starting at $278 and $307 round-trip. Philippines AirAsia is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Philippines AirAsia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. Scoot flights start at $83 while deals on AirAsia start at $100 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $76 for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is $37 while the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at $465.

  • 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.

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Top airline flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Manila 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 June 12, 2025.
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Philippines AirAsiaCheapest$83Average$109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%

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