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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Australia from RM 792

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SYD
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kota Kinabalu to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 1,570

One-way from

RM 1,073

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

RM 2,172
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 16/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 15m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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23/5
  • 23/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 10m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (RM 1,260 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (RM 414 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 29 April 2025.

Tue 11/1112:20BKI - MEL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1122:30MEL - BKI
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4RM 1,475
Thu 16/1012:15BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 00mScoot
Wed 22/1014:00MEL - BKI
1 stop24h 15mScoot
Deal found 29/4RM 1,570
Tue 12/807:00BKI - MEL
1 stop18h 15mBatik Air
Mon 18/805:15MEL - BKI
1 stop18h 15mBatik Air
Deal found 28/4RM 1,787
Thu 12/611:45BKI - BNE
1 stop32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/607:00BNE - BKI
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 2,306
Thu 16/1022:20BKI - MEL
1 stop29h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/1000:30MEL - BKI
1 stop26h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 28/4RM 3,033
Thu 16/1012:15BKI - MEL
1 stop17h 10mSingapore Airlines
Tue 21/1000:35MEL - BKI
1 stop21h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 3,509
Fri 20/622:00BKI - BNE
1 stop19h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 16/914:45BNE - BKI
1 stop30h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4RM 3,937
Thu 26/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop34h 55mChina Southern
Sun 13/710:20BNE - BKI
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 28/4RM 4,062
Mon 11/803:30BKI - MEL
1 stop13h 50mChina Southern
Mon 18/810:20MEL - BKI
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 28/4RM 5,443
Wed 25/601:30BKI - BNE
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 13/707:40BNE - BKI
2 stops42h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/4RM 5,443
Mon 11/801:30BKI - MEL
2 stops37h 50mChina Eastern
Mon 18/816:45MEL - BKI
2 stops33h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/4RM 7,078

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Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/10

12:15-21:15

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

14:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

RM 1,570

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 12/8

07:00-03:15

1 stop18h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

05:15-21:30

1 stop18h 15m

RM 1,787

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 12/6

14:50-20:15

2 stops27h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 19/6

21:45-15:05

1 stop19h 20m

RM 2,258

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 12/6

11:45-21:55

1 stop32h 10m

Brisbane

Thu 19/6

07:00-01:20

2 stops20h 20m

RM 2,306

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/10

22:20-07:15

1 stop29h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

00:30-23:40

1 stop26h 10m

RM 3,033

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/10

12:15-08:25

1 stop17h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

00:35-19:25

1 stop21h 50m

RM 3,509

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 20/6

22:00-19:30

1 stop19h 30m

Brisbane

Tue 16/9

14:45-19:25

1 stop30h 40m

RM 3,937

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 26/6

19:20-08:15

1 stop34h 55m

Brisbane

Sun 13/7

10:20-02:30

1 stop18h 10m

RM 4,062

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 25/6

01:30-09:00

1 stop29h 30m

Brisbane

Sun 13/7

07:40-00:30

2 stops42h 50m

RM 5,443

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 11/8

03:30-19:20

1 stop13h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

10:20-02:30

1 stop18h 10m

RM 5,443

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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?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

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

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

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 29 April 2025.
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
1,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
96 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
7.3
Good
254 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
7.1
Good
148 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
303 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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.

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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.

  • 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?

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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.

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AirAsiaCheapestRM 902AverageRM 1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 960AverageRM 1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ScootCheapestRM 1,171AverageRM 1,814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 1,799AverageRM 3,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapestRM 2,667AverageRM 3,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 3,158AverageRM 3,896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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