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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Australia from RM 1,811

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SYD
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,811

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 5/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (RM 1,163 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (RM 445 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 16 January 2026.

Thu 5/311:50
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 05m
Scoot
Thu 19/322:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop23h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 14/1RM 1,811
Thu 5/307:05
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/322:35
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1RM 1,831
Wed 4/311:05
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/322:05
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1RM 1,884
Sat 14/311:50
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/306:00
MEL
-
BKI
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1RM 1,916
Mon 2/320:00
BKI
-
BNE
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/307:15
BNE
-
BKI
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,916
Thu 4/612:15
BKI
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/613:00
MEL
-
BKI
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1RM 2,228
Thu 4/612:15
BKI
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Scoot
Thu 18/613:00
MEL
-
BKI
1 stop34h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 14/1RM 2,236
Sun 1/301:30
BKI
-
BNE
1 stop19h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 9/312:10
BNE
-
BKI
1 stop14h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 16/1RM 3,180
Fri 6/301:30
BKI
-
BNE
1 stop19h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 9/300:30
BNE
-
BKI
1 stop26h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 15/1RM 3,208
Sat 7/311:50
BKI
-
BNE
1 stop27h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 10/318:10
BNE
-
BKI
2 stops23h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/1RM 4,354
Sat 7/310:10
BKI
-
BNE
2 stops36h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Tue 10/308:50
BNE
-
BKI
2 stops29h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 13/1RM 5,088
Sat 7/313:00
BKI
-
OOL
2 stops23h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 11/316:55
OOL
-
BKI
2 stops20h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 13/1RM 5,578

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Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/3

11:05-05:40

2 stops15h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

22:05-15:10

1 stop20h 05m

RM 1,884

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/3

11:50-05:40

2 stops14h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

13:10-19:15

2 stops33h 05m

RM 1,912

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 14/3

11:50-07:25

1 stop16h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

06:00-19:00

2 stops40h 00m

RM 1,916

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/3

20:00-06:00

2 stops32h 00m

Brisbane

Mon 9/3

07:15-11:05

2 stops29h 50m

RM 1,916

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 4/6

12:15-22:35

2 stops32h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 18/6

13:00-15:25

2 stops28h 25m

RM 2,228

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 4/6

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 18/6

13:00-21:00

1 stop34h 00m

RM 2,236

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/3

20:00-11:55

1 stop12h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

22:35-19:00

1 stop23h 25m

RM 2,819

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/3

01:30-23:00

1 stop19h 30m

Brisbane

Mon 9/3

12:10-00:30

1 stop14h 20m

RM 3,180

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/3

01:30-23:00

1 stop19h 30m

Brisbane

Mon 9/3

00:30-00:30

1 stop26h 00m

RM 3,208

Kota KinabaluBrisbane

BKI - BNE

BKIBNE

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/3

11:50-16:55

1 stop27h 05m

Brisbane

Tue 10/3

18:10-15:20

2 stops23h 10m

RM 4,354

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Australia (average of RM 543). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,653). 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 16 January 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
289 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

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
289 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

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
223 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

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
314 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

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
78 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

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 19h 30m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 3,180. There are 5436 km between Kota Kinabalu and Australia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Australia one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Australia are AirAsia (RM 398), Batik Air (RM 450), and Scoot (RM 725).

  • 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?

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Australia (average of RM 543). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Australia in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,653). 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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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 16 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 609AverageRM 2,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 883AverageRM 1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 935AverageRM 1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ScootCheapestRM 945AverageRM 1,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapestRM 2,388AverageRM 3,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 2,949AverageRM 3,737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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