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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea from RM 388

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — ICN
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Wed 17/1222:25BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1219:50ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12RM 1,091
Sat 20/1223:40BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 15mAirAsia
Mon 29/1207:00ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 16/12RM 1,099
Fri 19/1201:10BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1207:00ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12RM 1,115
Thu 18/1201:10BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1219:50ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12RM 1,181
Sat 27/1211:45BKI - ICN
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/106:20ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12RM 1,254
Thu 18/1211:45BKI - ICN
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1206:20ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12RM 1,291
Wed 24/1201:30BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/114:50ICN - BKI
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12RM 1,328
Wed 17/1222:25BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 30mBatik Air
Sat 27/1206:20ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mBatik Air
Deal found 15/12RM 1,344
Mon 22/1201:10BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1206:20ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12RM 1,361
Tue 23/1207:40BKI - GMP
2 stops13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1213:40GMP - BKI
2 stops11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12RM 2,819
Thu 25/1201:30BKI - GMP
2 stops14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1219:45GMP - BKI
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12RM 4,049
Tue 16/1201:30BKI - GMP
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1211:25GMP - BKI
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12RM 5,058

Find flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kota Kinabalu to South Korea flight deals. Data was last updated 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 817

One-way from

RM 388

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 1,618

Good round-trip deal

RM 902 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 492 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 7/4-12/4
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to South Korea
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 8/6
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to South Korea
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (RM 1,041 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (RM 234 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
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Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/6

22:50-05:05

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sun 21/6

08:15-17:30

1 stop10h 15m

RM 768

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/4

22:50-05:05

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sun 12/4

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 817

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 22/4

23:10-05:20

Nonstop5h 10m

Incheon Intl

Sun 26/4

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 829

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 11/6

22:50-05:05

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Thu 18/6

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 858

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 22/2

02:20-08:35

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Fri 27/2

07:35-19:55

1 stop13h 20m

RM 928

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 19/4

22:50-05:05

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Mon 27/4

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,021

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 14/3

01:30-11:40

1 stop9h 10m

Incheon Intl

Thu 19/3

06:20-10:45

Nonstop5h 25m

RM 1,046

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/3

03:20-08:35

Nonstop4h 15m

Incheon Intl

Fri 13/3

10:15-14:30

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,095

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/1

09:55-10:15

3 stops47h 20m

Incheon Intl

Tue 20/1

07:35-19:55

1 stop13h 20m

RM 1,099

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 15/3

02:20-08:35

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Fri 20/3

10:15-14:30

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,124

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea (average of RM 617). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 887). 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 KR?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea

Explore weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

The most flights from BKI to KR0 are scheduled on a Friday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Kota Kinabalu and South Korea have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kota Kinabalu to South Korea flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kota Kinabalu to South Korea flights?

Over the past year, Asiana Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Korea. 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 South Korea. Reviews last updated 18 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea, such as Jin Air, Jeju Air, andAirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
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Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.9
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
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Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.9
Jeju Air
7.6
Good
36 reviews
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.9
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
222 reviews
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.9
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
77 reviews
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea?

    Located just 5.8 km from the city centre, Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Korea from Kota Kinabalu.

  • How popular is this Kota Kinabalu to South Korea flight route?

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea have been viewed 2,306 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea?

    A quick flight from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea can take about 5h 15m. AirAsia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 817. The distance between Kota Kinabalu and South Korea is about 3658 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea are Jin Air (RM 190), AirAsia (RM 295), and Batik Air (RM 382).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea on time: Korean Air (100%), Jin Air (100%), AirAsia (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea? While on average our users pay RM 964, our data indicates the cheapest price to be RM 407. The most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Incheon Intl), is priced around RM 691.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to South Korea flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea 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 South Korea?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea (average of RM 617). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 887). 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 7 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea. 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 18 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Jin AirCheapestRM 623AverageRM 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 644AverageRM 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Jeju AirCheapestRM 654AverageRM 1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapestRM 702AverageRM 1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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T'way AirCheapestRM 727AverageRM 1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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Air BusanCheapestRM 984AverageRM 1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time94%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,305AverageRM 1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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