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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne from RM 1,033

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BKI — MEL
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
Thu 9/5
Thu 16/5

The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne are usually found in August or October, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 4 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

RM 2,141

Round-trip from

RM 1,794
High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 34% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

Travellers have found that booking a Tuesday departure is the best way to save up to 63% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 42 days in advance to save up to 46% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 42 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as RM 2,743, or RM 5,031 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

August can be a great time to fly to Melbourne from Kota Kinabalu with a flight ticket averaging about RM 2,840. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as RM 1,445. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne (BKI - MEL)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 44% on airfare.

Cheap Scoot flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Scoot for the route between Kota Kinabalu and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 289,600 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Scoot flights we've detected traveling from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Thu 15/812:05BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 10mScoot
Mon 19/812:45MEL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mScoot
Deal found 3/5RM 3,198
Thu 15/812:05BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 10mScoot
Mon 19/812:45MEL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mScoot
Deal found 2/5RM 3,288

Cheap Batik Air flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Batik Air for the route between Kota Kinabalu and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 289,600 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Batik Air flights traveling from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Thu 15/821:30BKI - MEL
2 stops29h 10mBatik Air
Mon 19/807:00MEL - BKI
2 stops15h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 2/5RM 5,486
Thu 15/821:30BKI - MEL
2 stops29h 10mBatik Air
Mon 19/807:00MEL - BKI
2 stops15h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 3/5RM 5,510

Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Kota Kinabalu and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 289,600 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 15/812:05BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 10mScoot
Mon 19/812:45MEL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mScoot
Deal found 3/5RM 3,198
Thu 15/812:05BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 10mScoot
Mon 19/812:45MEL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mScoot
Deal found 2/5RM 3,288
Thu 15/821:30BKI - MEL
2 stops29h 10mBatik Air
Mon 19/807:00MEL - BKI
2 stops15h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 2/5RM 5,486
Thu 15/821:30BKI - MEL
2 stops29h 10mBatik Air
Mon 19/807:00MEL - BKI
2 stops15h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 3/5RM 5,510
Thu 15/819:20BKI - MEL
1 stop22h 00mChina Southern
Mon 19/816:00MEL - BKI
2 stops28h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 2/5RM 7,433
Thu 15/819:20BKI - MEL
1 stop22h 00mChina Southern
Mon 19/807:30MEL - BKI
2 stops36h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 3/5RM 7,461
Wed 14/801:30BKI - MEL
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 19/809:25MEL - BKI
2 stops41h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/5RM 7,675
Wed 14/801:30BKI - MEL
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 19/809:25MEL - BKI
2 stops41h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/5RM 7,708

One-way flights to Melbourne from Kota Kinabalu

Search for one-way flight options from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 289,600 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Users can also find round-trip Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Sat 15/609:30BKI - MEL
3 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,033
Thu 11/706:00BKI - MEL
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,189
Thu 11/706:00BKI - MEL
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,199
Thu 11/707:20BKI - MEL
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,369
Thu 11/707:20BKI - MEL
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,398
Thu 11/707:20BKI - MEL
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,459
Thu 11/709:05BKI - MEL
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,492
Wed 10/701:45BKI - MEL
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,611
Wed 10/701:45BKI - MEL
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5RM 1,653

Find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne 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 289,600 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.

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RM 3,198 - RM 7,708

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Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/8

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

1 stop24h 35m

RM 3,198

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/8

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

1 stop24h 35m

RM 3,288

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/8

2 stops29h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

2 stops15h 40m

RM 5,486

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/8

2 stops29h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

2 stops15h 40m

RM 5,510

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/8

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

2 stops28h 20m

RM 7,433

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/8

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

2 stops36h 50m

RM 7,461

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 14/8

1 stop29h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

2 stops41h 05m

RM 7,675

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 14/8

1 stop29h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

2 stops41h 05m

RM 7,708

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Deals found on 3/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne is currently RM 1,378 while a return flight costs RM 5,970. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne (average of RM 379). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 516). 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.

January

RM 2,444

February

RM 2,013

March

RM 1,810

April

RM 1,824

May

RM 1,795

June

RM 2,383

July

RM 2,047

August

RM 1,890

September

RM 1,990

October

RM 1,881

November

RM 2,018

December

RM 2,383

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 4 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Scoot, Batik Air and China Southern. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.5
Good
3,709 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Horribly uncomfortable seats. Last few rows overhead compartments not useable so I had to put my bags further away, seats hard. I have sat in many other Boeing Dreamliners 787-9 on other airlines and not faced these issues.

7.5
Good
3,709 reviews
7.5
Good
3,709 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Horribly uncomfortable seats. Last few rows overhead compartments not useable so I had to put my bags further away, seats hard. I have sat in many other Boeing Dreamliners 787-9 on other airlines and not faced these issues.

7.4
Good
1,261 reviews
7.5
Good
3,709 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Horribly uncomfortable seats. Last few rows overhead compartments not useable so I had to put my bags further away, seats hard. I have sat in many other Boeing Dreamliners 787-9 on other airlines and not faced these issues.

7.3
Good
543 reviews
7.5
Good
3,709 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Horribly uncomfortable seats. Last few rows overhead compartments not useable so I had to put my bags further away, seats hard. I have sat in many other Boeing Dreamliners 787-9 on other airlines and not faced these issues.

6.6
Okay
62 reviews
7.5
Good
3,709 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Horribly uncomfortable seats. Last few rows overhead compartments not useable so I had to put my bags further away, seats hard. I have sat in many other Boeing Dreamliners 787-9 on other airlines and not faced these issues.

6.6
Okay
316 reviews
7.5
Good
3,709 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Horribly uncomfortable seats. Last few rows overhead compartments not useable so I had to put my bags further away, seats hard. I have sat in many other Boeing Dreamliners 787-9 on other airlines and not faced these issues.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

  • Can I find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne for under RM 3,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne for under RM 3,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Scoot for just RM 3,198, but on average you can expect to pay RM 5,969.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne is Scoot. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as RM 3,198 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Batik Air and China Southern, starting at RM 5,486 and RM 7,433 round-trip.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at RM 2,985. Hahn Air Systems flights start at RM 3,179 while deals on Philippine Airlines start at RM 3,401 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

  • What does BKI to MEL mean?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport is BKI and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 3/5.

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ScootCheapestRM 1,461AverageRM 1,895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 3,049AverageRM 4,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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