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$70+ Cheap flights from Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — BKI
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This T'way Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 T'way Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:10 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mT'way Air
Fri 11/2812:05 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mT'way Air
Deal found 10/29$139
This T'way Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 T'way Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:30 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 35mT'way Air
Fri 11/2812:05 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mT'way Air
Deal found 10/29$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:10 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2711:40 pmBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$160
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:10 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mT'way Air
Wed 11/2612:05 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mT'way Air
Deal found 10/29$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:50 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1811:40 pmBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$171
This Jeju Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Jeju Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:50 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 40mJeju Air
Sun 11/21:30 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mJeju Air
Deal found 10/29$172
This T'way Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 T'way Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:30 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 35mT'way Air
Thu 11/2712:05 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mT'way Air
Deal found 10/29$174
This T'way Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 T'way Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:30 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 35mT'way Air
Wed 11/2612:05 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mT'way Air
Deal found 10/29$181
This T'way Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 T'way Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/236:30 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 35mT'way Air
Thu 11/2712:05 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mT'way Air
Deal found 10/29$188
This Jeju Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Jeju Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:50 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 40mJeju Air
Wed 11/191:30 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mJeju Air
Deal found 10/28$195
This Jeju Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Jeju Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:50 pmICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 40mJeju Air
Wed 11/51:30 amBKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mJeju Air
Deal found 10/29$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/81:30 pmGMP - BKI
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/126:00 pmBKI - GMP
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$455

Cheap flight deals from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$139
(T'way Air)

One-way from

$70
(AirAsia)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$201

Good round-trip deal

$158 or less

Good one-way deal

$102 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seoul 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/26

6:30 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 12/2

12:05 am-6:15 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$150

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Sun 12/21

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 1/5

11:40 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$212

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Fri 11/21

6:50 am-5:00 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/23

10:25 pm-4:55 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$253

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/16

11:40 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$255

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Sun 3/8

7:50 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 3/15

1:30 am-7:40 am

Nonstop5h 10m

$264

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/12

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/16

11:40 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$276

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 12/1

11:40 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$277

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/16

2:50 pm-6:20 am

1 stop14h 30m

$281

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Thu 11/20

7:35 am-9:15 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/30

11:40 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$284

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Tue 1/6

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 2/3

11:40 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$295

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Compare providers for flights from Seoul 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 Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Seoul-Kota Kinabalu flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Seoul-Kota Kinabalu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seoul-Kota Kinabalu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seoul-Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Seoul-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 Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu is 5 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 Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu (average of $103). Flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in February is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 SEL to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul 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 October 30, 2025.

When flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul 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 October 30, 2025.

The most flights from SEL to BKI are scheduled on a Thursday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jin Air, Jeju Air, and AirAsia from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jin Air
8.7
Very good
20 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

7.9
Jin Air
8.7
Very good
20 reviews
Jin Air
8.7
Very good
20 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

7.9
Jeju Air
7.7
Good
34 reviews
Jin Air
8.7
Very good
20 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

7.9
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
220 reviews
Jin Air
8.7
Very good
20 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seoul 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Seoul?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kota Kinabalu from Seoul; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Seoul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Kota Kinabalu airport from Seoul. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kota Kinabalu’s city center.

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

    This flight path from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu was viewed by 16 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

    For as low as $212, T'way Air can have you in Kota Kinabalu from Seoul in 5h 15m. The distance from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu is about 2273 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu is T'way Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $64 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Jeju Air and AirAsia, starting at $84 and $115 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu for 70% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $70 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Jeju Air from $90 and Jin Air from $159 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu consider choosing AirAsia (92%), Korean Air (71%) or Jin Air (71%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu? While on average our users pay $313, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $74. The most popular route (Incheon Intl - Kota Kinabalu), is priced around $308.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seoul 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu (average of $103). Flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in February is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Seoul 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
T'way AirCheapest$64Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Jeju AirCheapest$84Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirAsiaCheapest$115Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
Jin AirCheapest$131Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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