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$34+ Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching (BKI - KCH)

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 7/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — KCH
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching are usually found in April or March, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kuching (KCH). 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 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$47
(AirAsia)

One-way from

$34
(AirAsia)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$54

Good round-trip deal

$51 or less

Good one-way deal

$25 or less
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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/225:55 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mAirAsia
Sun 8/246:00 amKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 7/1$47
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 12/3112:50 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mFirefly
Sat 1/33:35 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mFirefly
Deal found 7/1$69
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 8/309:30 amBKI - KCH
2 stops8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/19:00 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$115
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/2412:50 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 7/272:55 pmKCH - BKI
2 stops24h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/3$116
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 9/2612:45 pmBKI - KCH
2 stops20h 20mBatik Air
Sun 9/287:50 pmKCH - BKI
2 stops18h 15mBatik Air
Deal found 7/3$266

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching 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 3, 2025.
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Kota Kinabalu

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Kuching

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Return

Price

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 8/22

5:55 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Kuching

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$47

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 8/30

9:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Kuching

Mon 9/1

9:00 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$115

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 7/24

12:50 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Kuching

Sun 7/27

2:55 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$116

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/26

12:45 pm-9:05 am

2 stops20h 20m

Kuching

Sun 9/28

7:50 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$266

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/18

7:50 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$34

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/25

12:50 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$46

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 12/11

11:35 am-9:05 am

2 stops45h 30m

$130

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Deals found on 7/3

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching

Explore weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching. 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 3, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuching

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuching. 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 Kuching. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, and Batik Air from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching. 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.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
266 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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
266 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
266 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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
6.6
Okay
208 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
266 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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
72 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
266 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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 Kota Kinabalu to Kuching. 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 Kota Kinabalu to Kuching?

    You will need to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching if you want to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kuching (KCH) on a regular basis. There are 4 flights to Kuching from the Kota Kinabalu airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from BKI to KCH to be around 10h 05m.

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

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching have been viewed 21 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching round-trip from $47. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Malaysia Airlines, from $116, and Batik Air, from $266. You may be able to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $34 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Malaysia Airlines from $46 and Batik Air from $130 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Kuching from Kota Kinabalu, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: AirAsia (66%), Firefly (57%), Malaysia Airlines( 56%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is $21. On average you can expect to pay $49. The most popular route, (Kota Kinabalu - Kuching), can usually be booked for $287.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching 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 Kota Kinabalu to Kuching

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching. 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapest$34Average$56FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
AirAsiaCheapest$40Average$63FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%

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