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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea from RM 272

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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — ICN
9 Mar — 16 Mar1
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 7 February 2026.

Thu 26/202:20
BKI
-
ICN
Nonstop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/319:35
ICN
-
BKI
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2RM 829
Fri 8/522:50
BKI
-
ICN
Nonstop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/508:15
ICN
-
BKI
1 stop13h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2RM 841
Wed 11/223:40
BKI
-
ICN
Nonstop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/219:35
ICN
-
BKI
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2RM 853
Sat 17/1022:50
BKI
-
ICN
Nonstop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21/1019:10
ICN
-
BKI
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2RM 860
Thu 26/302:20
BKI
-
ICN
Nonstop5h 15m
AirAsia
Tue 31/306:05
ICN
-
BKI
Nonstop5h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 4/2RM 892
Tue 16/618:15
BKI
-
ICN
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/606:05
ICN
-
BKI
Nonstop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2RM 896
Sun 19/417:25
BKI
-
ICN
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/406:05
ICN
-
BKI
Nonstop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2RM 928
Fri 13/222:25
BKI
-
ICN
Nonstop5h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/219:50
ICN
-
BKI
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2RM 939
Wed 29/423:10
BKI
-
ICN
Nonstop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/508:15
ICN
-
BKI
1 stop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2RM 943
Sat 18/416:05
BKI
-
ICN
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/423:00
ICN
-
BKI
3 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2RM 947
Mon 6/418:15
BKI
-
ICN
1 stop11h 45m
AirAsia
Fri 10/406:05
ICN
-
BKI
Nonstop5h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 5/2RM 951
Mon 23/321:55
BKI
-
GMP
2 stops14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/319:30
GMP
-
BKI
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2RM 1,756

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 7 February 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 829

One-way from

RM 272

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,030

Good round-trip deal

RM 841 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 414 or less
Jin Air
  • Jin Air
  • 26/2-2/3
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to South Korea
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9/6
  • 9/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 45m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to South Korea
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (RM 939 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (RM 218 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/6

18:15-07:00

1 stop11h 45m

Incheon Intl

Mon 29/6

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 896

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 19/4

17:25-07:00

1 stop12h 35m

Incheon Intl

Mon 27/4

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 928

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/5

22:50-05:05

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Sat 9/5

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,018

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 21/6

23:10-05:20

Nonstop5h 10m

Incheon Intl

Tue 23/6

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,042

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 29/4

23:10-05:20

Nonstop5h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 8/5

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,074

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 26/3

02:20-08:35

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Tue 31/3

08:15-08:40

1 stop25h 25m

RM 1,101

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/4

17:25-07:00

1 stop12h 35m

Incheon Intl

Tue 14/4

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,125

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 8/5

16:30-05:50

1 stop12h 20m

Incheon Intl

Tue 12/5

08:15-18:35

1 stop11h 20m

RM 1,129

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/6

01:15-11:50

1 stop9h 35m

Incheon Intl

Wed 17/6

19:10-23:30

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 1,156

Kota KinabaluIncheon

BKI - ICN

BKIICN

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/4

22:50-05:05

Nonstop5h 15m

Incheon Intl

Tue 14/4

06:05-10:20

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 1,172

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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 596). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 856). 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 7 February 2026.

When flying from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 7 February 2026.

The most flights from BKI to KR0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 105 minutes.

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

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

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

Saturday 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 5% 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 7 February 2026.
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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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.9

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.1
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.9

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.1
Jeju Air
7.6
Good
36 reviews
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.9

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.1
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
224 reviews
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.9

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.1
Batik Air
6.0
Okay
80 reviews
Jin Air
8.6
Very Good
22 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.9

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.1

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 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 1,018. 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 183), Jeju Air (RM 257), and AirAsia (RM 281).

  • 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: Jeju Air (87%), AirAsia (87%), Korean Air (84%).

  • 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 689, our data indicates the cheapest price to be RM 407. The most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Incheon Intl), is priced around RM 592.

  • 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 596). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 856). 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 South Korea

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Jin AirCheapestRM 491AverageRM 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 626AverageRM 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Jeju AirCheapestRM 632AverageRM 1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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T'way AirCheapestRM 660AverageRM 1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 678AverageRM 1,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air BusanCheapestRM 950AverageRM 1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time94%
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