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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Australia from RM 909

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SYD
4 Jul — 11 Jul1
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 4 June 2026.

Fri 17/708:50
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/721:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6RM 2,979
Fri 17/720:45
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 35m
Scoot
Fri 24/713:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop24h 15m
Scoot
Deal found 2/6RM 3,058
Fri 30/1020:00
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop22h 20m
Scoot
Tue 3/1122:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop23h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 30/5RM 3,250
Fri 30/1014:40
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop15h 45m
Qantas Airways
Tue 3/1115:10
MEL
-
BKI
2 stops24h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/6RM 3,959
Tue 18/816:20
BKI
-
BNE
1 stop12h 40m
Qantas Airways
Wed 19/818:20
BNE
-
BKI
2 stops26h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/6RM 3,987
Fri 30/1014:40
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops30h 10m
Malaysia Airlines
Tue 3/1119:55
MEL
-
BKI
2 stops24h 10m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 3/6RM 4,817
Sun 6/905:20
BKI
-
OOL
2 stops32h 35m
Qantas Airways
Wed 9/906:00
OOL
-
BKI
2 stops38h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/6RM 4,948
Tue 18/819:45
BKI
-
BNE
1 stop12h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 19/823:50
BNE
-
BKI
1 stop13h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/6RM 5,211
Mon 19/1015:00
BKI
-
OOL
2 stops28h 05m
Qantas Airways
Fri 23/1007:10
OOL
-
BKI
2 stops30h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/5RM 5,307

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kota Kinabalu to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 4 June 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 2,979

One-way from

RM 909
Scoot
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  • 17/7-24/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 00m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 35m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 17/7

20:45-20:20

1 stop21h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

13:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

RM 3,058

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 30/10

20:00-21:20

1 stop22h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

22:35-19:00

1 stop23h 25m

RM 3,250

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 17/7

20:45-20:20

1 stop21h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

13:00-17:25

3 stops30h 25m

RM 3,397

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 30/10

14:40-09:25

1 stop15h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

15:10-12:15

2 stops24h 05m

RM 3,959

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 18/8

16:20-07:00

1 stop12h 40m

Brisbane

Wed 19/8

18:20-18:20

2 stops26h 00m

RM 3,987

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 30/10

14:40-23:50

2 stops30h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

19:55-17:05

2 stops24h 10m

RM 4,817

Kota KinabaluCoolangatta

BKI - OOL

BKIOOL

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/9

05:20-15:55

2 stops32h 35m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 9/9

06:00-18:20

2 stops38h 20m

RM 4,948
Fastest return journey

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 18/8

19:45-10:20

1 stop12h 35m

Brisbane

Wed 19/8

23:50-11:15

1 stop13h 25m

RM 5,211

Kota KinabaluCoolangatta

BKI - OOL

BKIOOL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/10

15:00-21:05

2 stops28h 05m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Fri 23/10

07:10-11:55

2 stops30h 45m

RM 5,307
Cheapest one-way

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/6

13:55-20:20

1 stop28h 25m

RM 1,132

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 459). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,651). 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 4 June 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
310 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

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
310 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

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
6.9
Okay
232 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

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
310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

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
310 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

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.

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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 12h 35m. Scoot provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 5,211. There are 5436 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?

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  • 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 459). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,651). 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 457AverageRM 1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 872AverageRM 1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 1,167AverageRM 2,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 1,204AverageRM 1,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapestRM 2,451AverageRM 3,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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