Cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu from RM 296
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — BKI
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
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 April, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday
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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 30 October 2026.
Fri 6/1116:15 -
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Deal found 27/10RM 625
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Deal found 27/10RM 719
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 30 October 2026.
Fri 25/1216:15 -
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Deal found 26/10RM 694
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Deal found 25/10RM 1,027
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Deal found 26/10RM 1,263
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Deal found 26/10RM 1,384
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Deal found 26/10RM 1,843
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 30 October 2026.
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Deal found 30/10RM 625
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Last-minute flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu
Discover last-minute flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. Data last updated 30 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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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 30 October 2026.
Sun 6/1216:15 -
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Deal found 28/10RM 296
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Deal found 29/10RM 300
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Deal found 28/10RM 386
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 30 October 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Sun 8/11
16:15-18:20
Nonstop2h 05m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 300
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Mon 25/1
16:15-18:20
Nonstop2h 05m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 309
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Sun 20/12
16:15-18:20
Nonstop2h 05m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 329
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Wed 7/4
23:10-01:20
Nonstop2h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 353
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Sun 6/12
19:30-19:00
1 stop23h 30m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 386
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Thu 5/11
06:30-11:10
1 stop28h 40m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 528
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Sat 7/11
02:20-00:35
1 stop22h 15m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 601
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Fri 25/12
16:15-18:20
Nonstop2h 05m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 30/12
19:05-21:15
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 694
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Mon 16/11
16:15-18:20
Nonstop2h 05m
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 23/11
19:05-21:15
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 694
ManilaKota Kinabalu
MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu
MNLBKI
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Wed 23/12
16:15-18:20
Nonstop2h 05m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 27/12
19:05-21:15
Nonstop2h 10m
RM 723
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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 63 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 442). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in June is currently the most expensive (average of RM 686). 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 30 October 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 typical for this route at the moment.
Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between RM 475 and RM 641 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 625 on Philippines AirAsia (15 Nov–22 Nov).
How often are flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Manila and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 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 early afternoon 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 Saturday 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 15% 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 30 October 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 79 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Philippines AirAsia, Scoot, and Singapore Airlines can get you from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in just under 2h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 20m. The distance between Manila and Kota Kinabalu is about 1096 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
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 430. Philippines AirAsia is currently priced 24% 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 456, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is RM 304. When looking at the most popular route, (Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Kota Kinabalu), you can expect to pay RM 666 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 442). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in June is currently the most expensive (average of RM 686). 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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