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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Australia from RM 932

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SYD
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
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 August 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 2,172

One-way from

RM 932

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

RM 1,725
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 16/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 15m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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12/2
  • 12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (RM 1,985 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 424 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 August 2025.

Thu 16/1012:15BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 00mScoot
Wed 22/1014:00MEL - BKI
1 stop24h 15mScoot
Deal found 28/8RM 2,172
Sat 13/923:25BKI - MEL
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/912:30MEL - BKI
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8RM 2,594
Sat 11/1009:30BKI - BNE
3 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1013:40BNE - BKI
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8RM 2,708
Sat 13/912:15BKI - MEL
1 stop30h 00mScoot
Thu 25/913:00MEL - BKI
1 stop34h 00mScoot
Deal found 28/8RM 3,054
Sat 11/1001:45BKI - BNE
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1007:00BNE - BKI
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8RM 3,092
Fri 12/909:05BKI - MEL
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/912:05MEL - BKI
1 stop34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8RM 3,278
Fri 10/1016:20BKI - BNE
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/1007:15BNE - BKI
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 3,341
Thu 16/1017:00BKI - MEL
1 stop13h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/1000:30MEL - BKI
1 stop13h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/8RM 3,763

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Kota Kinabalu

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Australia

Route

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 2,172

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 13/9

23:25-11:45

2 stops34h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

12:30-08:10

1 stop21h 40m

RM 2,594

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/10

09:30-09:55

3 stops46h 25m

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

13:40-17:10

2 stops29h 30m

RM 2,708

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 13/9

12:15-20:15

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

13:00-21:00

1 stop34h 00m

RM 3,054

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/10

01:45-07:20

2 stops27h 35m

Brisbane

Sun 19/10

07:00-22:45

3 stops41h 45m

RM 3,092

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/9

09:05-06:15

1 stop19h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 20/9

12:05-20:05

1 stop34h 00m

RM 3,278

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/10

16:20-05:50

2 stops35h 30m

Brisbane

Fri 17/10

07:15-21:35

2 stops40h 20m

RM 3,341

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/10

17:00-09:10

1 stop13h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

00:30-10:45

1 stop13h 15m

RM 3,763

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 12/2

20:50-04:40

2 stops28h 50m

RM 932

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 26/10

06:00-05:25

3 stops45h 25m

RM 1,076

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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 August 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.

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 August 2025.
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
278 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
214 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
309 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
73 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 30h. Scoot provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 2,172. There are 5687 km between Kota Kinabalu and Australia.

  • 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 634AverageRM 3,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 920AverageRM 1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 974AverageRM 1,781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ScootCheapestRM 1,142AverageRM 1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapestRM 2,487AverageRM 3,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 3,080AverageRM 4,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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