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$29+ Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Southeast Asia

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 7/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — BKK
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$31
(AirAsia)

One-way from

$29
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$116
From Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia
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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Malaysia Airlines 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 Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:20 amBKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 11/249:35 amKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/10$76
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/55:10 pmBKI - KUL
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/96:50 amKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$78
This AirAsia 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 AirAsia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:25 pmBKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Sun 8/246:50 amKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 6/11$82
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/67:05 pmBKI - KCH
1 stop4h 30mAirAsia
Mon 7/74:25 pmKCH - BKI
1 stop5h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 6/12$83
This Malaysia Airlines 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 Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2610:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop24h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 7/307:35 pmTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/12$85
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/67:05 pmBKI - KCH
1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/77:00 amKCH - BKI
2 stops8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$113
This Malaysia Airlines 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 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 6/10$116
This Batik Air 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 Batik Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2111:35 amBKI - KUL
1 stop23h 55mBatik Air
Tue 8/267:00 pmKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 6/10$122
This Batik Air 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 Batik Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/57:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop26h 50mBatik Air
Sat 9/61:10 pmTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mBatik Air
Deal found 6/10$155
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/267:00 amBKI - KCH
1 stop11h 50mBatik Air
Mon 7/287:50 pmKCH - BKI
1 stop16h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 6/12$197
This Scoot 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 Scoot is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/310:00 pmBKI - KUL
1 stop20h 15mScoot
Sun 10/1210:50 pmKUL - BKI
1 stop20h 35mScoot
Deal found 6/10$314
This Scoot deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Scoot is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2412:15 pmBKI - KCH
1 stop9h 10mScoot
Fri 6/2711:50 pmKCH - BKI
1 stop11h 25mScoot
Deal found 6/9$624

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia 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 Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia that are best for you.

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Kota Kinabalu

Fly to

Southeast Asia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 7/16

7:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop13h 50m

$84

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/26

10:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop24h 05m

Tawau

Wed 7/30

7:35 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$85

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/25

8:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Kuching

Fri 8/1

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$99

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/6

7:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Kuching

Mon 7/7

7:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$113

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/10

10:00 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 10/12

10:00 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$114

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 KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/27

6:00 am-8:15 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 6/29

8:00 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$119

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/21

11:35 am-11:30 am

1 stop23h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 8/26

7:00 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$122

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/5

7:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop26h 50m

Tawau

Sat 9/6

1:10 pm-2:05 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$155

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/26

7:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

Kuching

Mon 7/28

7:50 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$197

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia (average of $953). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 YJX?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Southeast Asia by month

Plan your trip to Southeast Asia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Southeast Asia ranges from 0.4 - 15.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 15.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Southeast Asia when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Southeast Asia by month

Plan your trip to Southeast Asia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Southeast Asia, 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 84.2 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 Southeast Asia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southeast Asia. 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 Southeast Asia. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia, see what other customers have to say about Korean Air, China Southern and Malaysia Airlines. 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
306 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
AirAsia
6.6
Okay
208 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia. 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 from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia?

    If you book a flight to Southeast Asia from Kota Kinabalu, you will be flying from Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Kota Kinabalu.

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

    $29 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air, with prices starting from $35 and $55, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia?

    The most popular flight routes from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia are Kota Kinabalu - Kuching, Kota Kinabalu - Kuala Lumpur Intl and Kota Kinabalu - Tawau.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia 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 Southeast Asia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia (average of $953). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 3 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia. 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest$81Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
Batik AirCheapest$144Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$174Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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