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Cheap flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu from RM 171

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 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JHB — BKI
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in July or April, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Senai to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Senai to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2026.

Thu 7/519:55
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Thu 14/507:00
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 8/4RM 334
Wed 6/515:55
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Wed 13/507:00
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 8/4RM 338
Tue 7/723:15
JHB
-
BKI
1 stop22h 50m
Malaysia Airlines
Sat 11/710:10
BKI
-
JHB
1 stop8h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/4RM 342
Mon 6/718:20
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/722:45
BKI
-
JHB
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4RM 346
Tue 7/719:55
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Sat 11/721:05
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 8/4RM 350
Sat 8/818:20
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Mon 10/807:00
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 6/4RM 354
Tue 12/515:10
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Sat 16/512:25
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 6/4RM 362
Sat 8/818:50
JHB
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/807:00
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4RM 366
Fri 18/918:20
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Mon 21/912:25
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 7/4RM 370
Sat 8/818:50
JHB
-
BKI
1 stop27h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Mon 10/822:45
BKI
-
JHB
1 stop19h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/4RM 382

Find flight deals from Senai to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Senai (JHB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 334

One-way from

RM 171

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 354

Good round-trip deal

RM 370 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 196 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 7/5-14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
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Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 6/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 40m total
  • Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 49 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Senai to Kota Kinabalu 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 9 April 2026.
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Fri 18/9

18:20-20:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 21/9

12:25-14:40

Nonstop2h 15m

RM 370

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Mon 5/10

18:50-09:30

1 stop14h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/10

10:10-22:35

1 stop12h 25m

RM 438

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Wed 8/7

23:15-22:05

1 stop22h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/7

22:45-18:10

1 stop19h 25m

RM 442

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Fri 24/4

20:05-22:25

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 2/5

07:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

RM 521

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Fri 1/5

19:00-10:30

1 stop15h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/5

10:30-18:00

1 stop7h 30m

RM 633

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 3/5

19:00-10:30

1 stop15h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 7/5

11:50-18:00

1 stop6h 10m

RM 633

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Wed 27/5

19:00-10:30

1 stop15h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 31/5

10:30-18:00

1 stop7h 30m

RM 633
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Thu 20/8

18:20-20:40

Nonstop2h 20m

RM 183

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Mon 11/5

19:55-22:15

Nonstop2h 20m

RM 203

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 26/4

18:45-13:35

2 stops18h 50m

RM 251

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Best time to book a flight from Senai to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Senai to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 263). Flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu in March is currently the most expensive (average of RM 314). 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 JHB to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Senai to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 April 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. 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 Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated 9 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu, such as Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
305 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

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
7.4
Good
305 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
305 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

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
232 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
305 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

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

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?

    To fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu, you need to book a flight from Sultan Ismail Intl (JHB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Nonstop flights to Kota Kinabalu from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl take 2h 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    Within the past month, 4,213 users have taken a look at flights from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu.

  • How long is the flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?

    AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines can get you from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu in just under 2h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 20m. Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu are separated by a distance of 1453 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Firefly, at RM 236, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as RM 84 on Malaysia Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia from RM 144 and Batik Air from RM 242 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?

    On average you can expect to pay RM 349 for a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is RM 163 while the most popular route, (Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at RM 334.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Senai to Kota Kinabalu 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 Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 263). Flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu in March is currently the most expensive (average of RM 314). 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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Fly from Senai to Kota Kinabalu on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Senai to Kota Kinabalu. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 April 2026.
AirAsia flights from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia Airlines flights from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu
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Top 3 airlines flying from Senai to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Senai to Kota Kinabalu. 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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapestRM 236AverageRM 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 240AverageRM 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 282AverageRM 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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