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. Find deals

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

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Australia from Kota Kinabalu. Prices for November average RM 2,529 per person but you can even find prices for as low as RM 1,516. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a November flight can save you 38% on your journey compared to booking in December

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.

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.

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RM 3,333+ Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Australia

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Australia

Round-trip from	RM 1,541
One-way from	RM 1,136
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	RM 3,390

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12/8-18/8
2 total stops
37h 15m total
Kota Kinabalu to Australia

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11/7
2 total stops
21h 00m total
Kota Kinabalu to Australia

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (RM 980 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (RM 379 potential savings vs. average return price).

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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 13 June 2025.

Tue 12/812:15BKI - MEL

1 stop21h 30mScoot

Mon 18/821:30MEL - BKI

1 stop15h 45mScoot

Deal found 12/6RM 1,541

Tue 12/807:15BKI - MEL

2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 18/821:30MEL - BKI

1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6RM 1,693

Sun 27/707:00BKI - MEL

1 stop18h 15mBatik Air

Sat 2/800:30MEL - BKI

1 stop23h 00mBatik Air

Deal found 12/6RM 2,069

Fri 3/1009:05BKI - BNE

2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines

Fri 10/1023:30BNE - BKI

1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/6RM 2,719

Sun 9/1106:50BKI - MEL

2 stops21h 55mMalaysia Airlines

Fri 14/1109:00MEL - BKI

2 stops32h 10mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 11/6RM 3,247

Fri 4/701:30BKI - MEL

1 stop33h 10mChina Eastern

Sun 20/721:30MEL - BKI

1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern

Deal found 12/6RM 3,445

Thu 16/1012:15BKI - MEL

1 stop14h 05mSingapore Airlines

Tue 21/1000:35MEL - BKI

1 stop21h 50mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 12/6RM 3,678

Fri 3/1017:00BKI - BNE

2 stops34h 50mBatik Air

Fri 10/1007:15BNE - BKI

2 stops33h 15mBatik Air

Deal found 11/6RM 4,433

Fri 3/1022:00BKI - BNE

1 stop19h 30mSingapore Airlines

Fri 10/1009:20BNE - BKI

1 stop13h 40mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 11/6RM 4,509

Mon 11/803:30BKI - MEL

1 stop13h 50mChina Southern

Mon 18/810:20MEL - BKI

1 stop34h 00mChina Southern

Deal found 11/6RM 4,932

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Tue 12/812:15BKI - MEL

1 stop21h 30mScoot

Mon 18/821:30MEL - BKI

1 stop15h 45mScoot

Deal found 12/6RM 1,541

Tue 12/807:15BKI - MEL

2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 18/821:30MEL - BKI

1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6RM 1,693

Sun 27/707:00BKI - MEL

1 stop18h 15mBatik Air

Sat 2/800:30MEL - BKI

1 stop23h 00mBatik Air

Deal found 12/6RM 2,069

Sun 9/1106:50BKI - MEL

2 stops21h 55mMalaysia Airlines

Fri 14/1109:00MEL - BKI

2 stops32h 10mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 11/6RM 3,247

Fri 4/701:30BKI - MEL

1 stop33h 10mChina Eastern

Sun 20/721:30MEL - BKI

1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern

Deal found 12/6RM 3,445

Thu 16/1012:15BKI - MEL

1 stop14h 05mSingapore Airlines

Tue 21/1000:35MEL - BKI

1 stop21h 50mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 12/6RM 3,678

Fri 25/723:25BKI - BNE

2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 1/823:30BNE - BKI

1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/6RM 2,462

Mon 11/803:30BKI - MEL

1 stop13h 50mChina Southern

Mon 18/810:20MEL - BKI

1 stop34h 00mChina Southern

Deal found 11/6RM 4,932

Fri 3/1017:00BKI - BNE

2 stops34h 50mBatik Air

Fri 10/1007:15BNE - BKI

2 stops33h 15mBatik Air

Deal found 11/6RM 4,433

Fri 3/1022:00BKI - BNE

1 stop19h 30mSingapore Airlines

Fri 10/1009:20BNE - BKI

1 stop13h 40mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 11/6RM 4,509

Thu 24/703:30BKI - BNE

1 stop26h 45mChina Southern

Fri 1/810:10BNE - BKI

1 stop18h 20mChina Southern

Deal found 10/6RM 7,093

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Fri 4/701:30BKI - MEL

1 stop33h 10mChina Eastern

Sun 20/721:30MEL - BKI

1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern

Deal found 12/6RM 3,445

Sat 5/711:45BKI - MEL

2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sun 20/721:30MEL - BKI

1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/6RM 1,710

Fri 25/703:30BKI - MEL

2 stops37h 15mChina Southern

Sat 2/807:00MEL - BKI

2 stops45h 30mChina Southern

Deal found 11/6RM 10,062

Sun 27/707:00BKI - MEL

1 stop18h 15mBatik Air

Sat 2/800:30MEL - BKI

1 stop23h 00mBatik Air

Deal found 12/6RM 2,069

Sun 27/714:10BKI - MEL

2 stops40h 00mMalaysia Airlines

Sun 3/823:30MEL - BKI

2 stops23h 35mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 12/6RM 4,374

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Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 12/8

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

21:30-11:15

1 stop15h 45m

RM 1,541

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 12/8

07:15-11:45

2 stops26h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

21:30-11:15

1 stop15h 45m

RM 1,693

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 27/7

07:00-03:15

1 stop18h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 2/8

00:30-21:30

1 stop23h 00m

RM 2,069

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/10

09:05-09:55

2 stops22h 50m

Brisbane

Fri 10/10

23:30-16:35

1 stop19h 05m

RM 2,719

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/11

06:50-07:45

2 stops21h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

09:00-14:10

2 stops32h 10m

RM 3,247

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 4/7

01:30-12:40

1 stop33h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 20/7

21:30-00:30

1 stop29h 00m

RM 3,445

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/10

12:15-05:20

1 stop14h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

00:35-19:25

1 stop21h 50m

RM 3,678

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/10

17:00-05:50

2 stops34h 50m

Brisbane

Fri 10/10

07:15-14:30

2 stops33h 15m

RM 4,433

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/10

22:00-19:30

1 stop19h 30m

Brisbane

Fri 10/10

09:20-21:00

1 stop13h 40m

RM 4,509

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 11/8

03:30-19:20

1 stop13h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

10:20-18:20

1 stop34h 00m

RM 4,932

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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 355). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 646). 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 AU?

When flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Australia by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, China Southern and Malaysia Airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,304 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,304 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,304 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

China Southern

7.5

Good

99 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,304 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

263 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,304 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

China Eastern

7.2

Good

150 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,304 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Scoot

6.7

Okay

306 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,304 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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.
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 355). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 646). 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 6 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Malaysia Airlines	CheapestRM 635	AverageRM 2,974	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
AirAsia	CheapestRM 962	AverageRM 1,158	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
Batik Air	CheapestRM 1,018	AverageRM 1,767	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Batik Air flights
Scoot	CheapestRM 1,277	AverageRM 1,735	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Scoot flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	CheapestRM 2,649	AverageRM 3,008	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time84%	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestRM 3,074	AverageRM 4,336	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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