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$16+ 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — BKK
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$30
(AirAsia)

One-way from

$16
(AirAsia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$106
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 August 1, 2025.

This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/53:05 pmBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sun 9/77:50 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 7/31$30
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/147:50 amBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 20mAirAsia
Sun 8/176:00 amKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 7/31$48
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/286:00 amBKI - KUL
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/412:05 pmKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$78
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/289:00 pmBKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Thu 9/412:05 pmKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Deal found 7/31$80
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/238:25 amBKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 10/256:30 amKUL - BKI
1 stop12h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/1$81
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:00 amBKI - KUL
1 stop4h 55mAirAsia
Mon 9/82:30 pmKUL - BKI
1 stop5h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 8/1$82
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/137:55 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mFirefly
Sat 9/2010:00 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mFirefly
Deal found 7/30$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/146:05 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/176:55 pmTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$94
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/137:55 pmBKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/207:10 pmKCH - BKI
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$105
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:00 pmBKI - KCH
1 stop11h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/285:30 pmKCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/1$114
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 10/233:30 pmBKI - KUL
1 stop4h 50mBatik Air
Sat 10/257:00 pmKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 7/30$135
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 11/1411:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop25h 15mBatik Air
Sun 11/161:10 pmTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mBatik Air
Deal found 7/30$186

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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 August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia that are best for you.

Fly from

Kota Kinabalu

Fly to

Southeast Asia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/5

3:05 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Sun 9/7

7:50 am-8:40 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$30

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/14

7:50 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Kuching

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$48

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/28

6:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/4

12:05 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$78

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/28

9:00 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/4

12:05 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$80

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10/23

8:25 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 10/25

6:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$81

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 9/8

2:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$82

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 9/13

7:55 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Kuching

Sat 9/20

10:00 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$90

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/14

6:05 pm-10:35 am

1 stop16h 30m

Tawau

Wed 9/17

6:55 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$94

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 9/13

7:55 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Kuching

Sat 9/20

7:10 pm-8:25 am

1 stop13h 15m

$105

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9/25

12:50 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Kuching

Sun 9/28

9:10 am-2:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$113

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia (average of $946). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,563). 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 August 1, 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.

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 August 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, and Batik Air from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
271 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

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
271 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
271 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

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
6.7
Okay
209 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
271 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

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
73 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
271 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

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

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  • 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?

    $16 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Batik Air and Firefly, with prices starting from $19 and $29, 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 - Kuala Lumpur Intl, Kota Kinabalu - Kuching 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia (average of $946). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Southeast Asia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,563). 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippines AirAsiaCheapest$81Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
Batik AirCheapest$144Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$174Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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