Cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu from RM 295
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 16/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
4 Sep — 11 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in February or October, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 August 2026.
Fri 11/923:10 -
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Deal found 31/7RM 487
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Deal found 31/7RM 520
Mon 21/923:10 -
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Deal found 4/8RM 577
Fri 18/923:10 -
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Deal found 2/8RM 598
Fri 28/823:10 -
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Deal found 2/8RM 630
Fri 18/923:10 -
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Deal found 3/8RM 634
Fri 7/823:10 -
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Deal found 4/8RM 667
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Deal found 4/8RM 675
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Deal found 3/8RM 688
Best flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 August 2026.
Mon 21/923:10 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Fri 25/901:45 -
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Deal found 4/8RM 577
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Deal found 4/8RM 786
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Deal found 4/8RM 667
Sat 19/906:55 -
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Deal found 1/8RM 901
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Deal found 2/8RM 909
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Wed 16/901:45 -
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Deal found 31/7RM 1,011
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Deal found 30/7RM 1,334
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Deal found 30/7RM 1,363
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Deal found 3/8RM 1,433
Fri 18/919:40 -
2 stops20h 25m
Tue 22/910:20 -
2 stops32h 20m
Deal found 2/8RM 1,502
Direct flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Explore direct flight options from Manila to Kota Kinabalu based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 August 2026.
Fri 11/923:10 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 13/901:45 -
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Deal found 31/7RM 487
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Deal found 4/8RM 577
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Deal found 2/8RM 598
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Deal found 2/8RM 630
Fri 18/923:10 -
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Deal found 3/8RM 634
Fri 7/823:10 -
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Sun 9/801:45 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 3/8RM 663
Wed 30/923:10 -
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Deal found 4/8RM 667
Mon 28/923:10 -
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Deal found 4/8RM 675
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Deal found 3/8RM 688
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Deal found 3/8RM 704
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Deal found 3/8RM 725
Last-minute flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Discover last-minute flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Data last updated 5 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sat 15/807:45 -
1 stop14h 40m
Sun 16/818:15 -
1 stop10h 40m
Deal found 3/8RM 1,957
One-way flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Search for one-way flight options from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 August 2026.
Sun 16/823:10 -
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Deal found 2/8RM 295
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Sun 20/923:10 -
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Deal found 4/8RM 409
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Deal found 4/8RM 413
Mon 14/919:40 -
1 stop15h 35m
Deal found 3/8RM 422
Sun 16/806:55 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 2/8RM 516
Wed 19/823:10 -
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Deal found 3/8RM 520
Wed 28/1019:30 -
2 stops28h 10m
Deal found 4/8RM 589
Sat 3/1019:40 -
1 stop15h 35m
Deal found 1/8RM 598
Find flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manila (MNL) 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 5 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Manila 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 5 August 2026.
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ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Mon 21/9
23:10-01:20
Nonstop2h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 25/9
01:45-03:55
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 577
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Wed 30/9
23:10-01:20
Nonstop2h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 4/10
01:45-03:55
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 667
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Mon 21/9
19:40-11:15
1 stop15h 35m
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 25/9
01:45-03:55
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 786
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Sat 19/9
06:55-11:15
1 stop28h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 23/9
01:45-03:55
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 901
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Fri 28/8
23:10-01:20
Nonstop2h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 3/9
20:30-20:55
1 stop24h 25m
RM 909
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Mon 14/9
16:00-11:15
2 stops19h 15m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 16/9
01:45-03:55
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 1,011
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Sat 22/8
09:30-21:50
2 stops12h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 23/8
01:45-03:55
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 1,334
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Fri 21/8
23:10-01:20
Nonstop2h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 23/8
18:30-05:50
2 stops11h 20m
RM 1,363
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Fri 7/8
07:45-22:25
1 stop14h 40m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 9/8
01:45-03:55
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 1,433
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL - BKI
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Fri 18/9
19:40-16:05
2 stops20h 25m
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 22/9
10:20-18:40
2 stops32h 20m
RM 1,502
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 446). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in June is currently the most expensive (average of RM 671). 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 MNL to BKI?
Find hourly flight availability from Manila 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 5 August 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between RM 504 and RM 741 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 487 on Philippines AirAsia (11 Sept–13 Sept).
How often are flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu delayed?
About 22% of weekly flights between Manila and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Manila to Kota Kinabalu 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?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights?
Over the past year, AirAsia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.
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 5 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, such as Philippines AirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ontime. But we hated that we paid to upgrade our weight of checked bags and carryon but your staff wanted to recheck and re weight it 2 times at 2 different points
Ontime. But we hated that we paid to upgrade our weight of checked bags and carryon but your staff wanted to recheck and re weight it 2 times at 2 different points
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How popular is this Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight route?
Flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu have been viewed 70 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Philippines AirAsia can get you from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in just under 2h 10m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Manila and Kota Kinabalu is about 1096 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu round-trip from RM 431. Philippines AirAsia is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
While on average a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is generally RM 482, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is RM 286. When looking at the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu), you can expect to pay RM 610 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila 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 Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 446). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in June is currently the most expensive (average of RM 671). 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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