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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Australia from RM 1,244

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SYD
1 Aug — 8 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 July 2026.

Mon 7/920:30
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop13h 15m
Scoot
Tue 22/913:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop21h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 27/6RM 1,972
Sat 22/820:45
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 35m
Scoot
Sun 30/821:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop13h 15m
Scoot
Deal found 28/6RM 2,066
Sun 6/912:15
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Scoot
Tue 22/913:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop21h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 27/6RM 2,070
Sat 12/920:45
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 35m
Scoot
Tue 22/921:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop13h 15m
Scoot
Deal found 27/6RM 2,115
Sun 16/812:15
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Scoot
Sun 23/821:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop13h 15m
Scoot
Deal found 1/7RM 2,131
Sat 22/810:20
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/821:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6RM 2,242
Wed 12/820:30
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop13h 15m
Scoot
Wed 19/821:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop15h 40m
Scoot
Deal found 27/6RM 2,254
Tue 8/915:20
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/913:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6RM 2,262
Mon 7/911:30
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/913:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6RM 2,266
Mon 7/920:30
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop13h 15m
Scoot
Sat 26/921:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop15h 40m
Scoot
Deal found 27/6RM 2,270
Fri 11/911:30
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/913:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6RM 2,274
Thu 10/1211:50
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
Scoot
Sun 10/113:25
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop24h 40m
Scoot
Deal found 29/6RM 2,291

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kota Kinabalu to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,972

One-way from

RM 1,244
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 7/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 15m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 22/8

20:45-20:20

1 stop21h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

21:35-08:50

1 stop13h 15m

RM 2,066

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 22/8

10:20-20:20

2 stops32h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

21:35-19:30

1 stop23h 55m

RM 2,242
Fastest return journey

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/7

20:30-11:45

1 stop13h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

21:35-11:15

1 stop15h 40m

RM 2,847

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10/12

11:50-20:50

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 10/1

07:45-21:40

2 stops16h 55m

RM 2,917

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/11

20:00-21:20

1 stop22h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

13:25-19:00

1 stop32h 35m

RM 3,211

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 29/10

11:50-20:50

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

22:35-19:00

1 stop23h 25m

RM 3,391

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 13/8

19:05-07:00

1 stop33h 55m

Brisbane

Sun 16/8

00:05-11:55

1 stop13h 50m

RM 3,776

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 29/10

16:05-07:15

1 stop12h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

19:55-12:15

2 stops19h 20m

RM 3,956

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/11

14:40-07:15

1 stop13h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

18:45-12:15

2 stops20h 30m

RM 3,968

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 29/10

15:30-05:40

2 stops35h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

07:45-22:00

2 stops17h 15m

RM 4,308

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Australia (average of RM 470). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,549). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 2 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Malaysia Airlines,AirAsia, andScoot from Kota Kinabalu to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
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Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
83 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Australia. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Australia?

    A quick flight from Kota Kinabalu to Australia can take about 21h 35m. Scoot provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 2,066. There are 5687 km between Kota Kinabalu and Australia. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    While some choose either Kota Kinabalu - Brisbane or Kota Kinabalu - Coolangatta Gold Coast, Kota Kinabalu - Melbourne is the most popular route from Kota Kinabalu to Australia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Australia (average of RM 470). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,549). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapestRM 469AverageRM 1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 894AverageRM 1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 1,197AverageRM 2,870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 1,235AverageRM 1,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapestRM 2,514AverageRM 3,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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