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Cheap flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu from RM 219

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JHB — BKI
19 Jun — 26 Jun1
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 January, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday 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 20 May 2026.

Sat 4/719:55
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Wed 8/707:00
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 16/5RM 469
Thu 29/1015:10
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Sun 1/1107:00
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 19/5RM 473
Fri 18/919:55
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Mon 21/912:25
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 18/5RM 489
Mon 17/819:30
JHB
-
BKI
1 stop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/821:05
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5RM 493
Fri 20/1118:35
JHB
-
BKI
1 stop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/1107:00
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5RM 501
Thu 29/1015:10
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/1110:10
BKI
-
JHB
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5RM 517
Fri 10/719:55
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Sat 11/712:25
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 17/5RM 525
Sun 19/715:10
JHB
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 20m
AirAsia
Thu 23/717:15
BKI
-
JHB
Nonstop2h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 19/5RM 529

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 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 469

One-way from

RM 219

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 556

Good round-trip deal

RM 512 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 270 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 4/7-8/7
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 22/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 47 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
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Price

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Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Fri 18/9

19:55-22:15

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 21/9

12:25-14:40

Nonstop2h 15m

RM 489

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Mon 2/11

18:35-09:30

1 stop14h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/11

11:55-17:55

1 stop6h 00m

RM 517

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Wed 17/6

15:55-18:15

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 23/6

13:00-18:50

1 stop5h 50m

RM 835

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Mon 12/10

19:30-00:40

1 stop5h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/10

16:20-22:15

1 stop5h 55m

RM 862

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Thu 13/8

19:30-11:55

1 stop16h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 17/8

12:40-18:50

1 stop6h 10m

RM 874

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Fri 18/9

19:45-00:40

1 stop4h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 21/9

11:30-18:50

1 stop7h 20m

RM 914

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 31/5

20:35-22:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 3/6

14:00-16:15

Nonstop2h 15m

RM 1,101

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Fri 5/6

16:45-19:05

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/6

07:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

RM 1,129

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sat 7/11

14:10-19:00

2 stops28h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 9/11

18:00-17:55

1 stop23h 55m

RM 1,172

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Fri 10/7

19:45-00:40

1 stop4h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/7

16:20-19:05

1 stop26h 45m

RM 1,216

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Best time to book a flight from Senai to Kota Kinabalu

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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?

Booking 61 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 350). Flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu in March is currently the most expensive (average of RM 556). 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 20 May 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% 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 20 May 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
308 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

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
308 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
308 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

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
308 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

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 are 3 outbound flights from Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu offered by 2 different airlines.

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

    Within the past month, 3,989 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 35m. 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?

    Malaysia Airlines, at RM 233, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be AirAsia. These flights start at 47% 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 145 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Malaysia Airlines from RM 190 and Batik Air from RM 243 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay RM 513 for a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu. The cheapest flight overall is RM 210 while the most popular route, (Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl - Kota Kinabalu) is currently priced at RM 469.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 350). Flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu in March is currently the most expensive (average of RM 556). 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 20 May 2026.
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Top 2 airlines flying from Senai to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 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 20 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 233AverageRM 364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 283AverageRM 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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