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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Manila (MNL)

BKI — MNL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are usually found in July or August, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Manila

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

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Average price

$117

Good round-trip deal

$122 or less
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila, you should look to book at least 72 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 month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila (average of $870). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). 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 BKI to MNL?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. 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, 2025.

When flying from Kota Kinabalu to Manila, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Manila

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manila. 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 Manila. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Philippines AirAsia from Kota Kinabalu to Manila by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Philippines AirAsia
6.6
Okay
113 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.6

Comfort

6.5

Food

6.2

Crew

7.4

Overall

6.6

Reviews

1 / 4
6.0
Good

Edward,Feb 2024

DVO - MNL

Ontime. But we hated that we paid to upgrade our weight of checked bags and carryon but your staff wanted to recheck and re weight it 2 times at 2 different points
Philippines AirAsia
6.6
Okay
113 reviews
Philippines AirAsia
6.6
Okay
113 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.6

Comfort

6.5

Food

6.2

Crew

7.4

Overall

6.6

Reviews

1 / 4
6.0
Good

Edward,Feb 2024

DVO - MNL

Ontime. But we hated that we paid to upgrade our weight of checked bags and carryon but your staff wanted to recheck and re weight it 2 times at 2 different points

Related info for your journey

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

    The Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl flight path was viewed by 18 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Manila round-trip?

    Currently priced at $81, Philippines AirAsia will fly you from Kota Kinabalu to Manila and back. In addition to Philippines AirAsia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that Philippines AirAsia is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Manila 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 Kota Kinabalu to Manila?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila (average of $870). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,490). 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 airline flying from Kota Kinabalu to Manila

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest$81Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%

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