Cheap flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu from RM 205
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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — BKI
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in August or July, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.
Thu 11/1217:30PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Mon 15/1211:15BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 567
Fri 12/1220:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Tue 16/1214:25BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 587
Thu 11/1217:30PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1207:00BKI - PEN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 612
Thu 11/1217:30PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1216:30BKI - PEN
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 616
Thu 11/1220:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Thu 18/1217:45BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 620
Sat 13/1217:30PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Wed 17/1212:25BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 632
Fri 12/1206:30PEN - BKI
1 stop8h 05mBatik Air
Tue 16/1216:30BKI - PEN
1 stop7h 15mBatik Air
Deal found 11/12RM 669
Thu 11/1220:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 14/1217:00BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 678
Tue 23/1206:55PEN - BKI
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1217:45BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 686
Best flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Sat 24/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sat 31/117:00BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 415
Thu 15/106:55PEN - BKI
2 stops49h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/123:25BKI - PEN
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12RM 439
Thu 15/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 18/111:55BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 419
Sat 24/107:00PEN - BKI
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/123:25BKI - PEN
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 452
Mon 2/320:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Mon 9/311:55BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 452
Fri 9/106:00PEN - BKI
1 stop5h 10mAirAsia
Tue 13/117:00BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 464
Direct flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Explore direct flight options from Penang to Kota Kinabalu based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Sun 25/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 1/211:55BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 402
Thu 15/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 18/111:55BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 411
Fri 30/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Mon 2/211:55BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 448
Mon 2/320:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Mon 9/311:55BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 452
Sat 10/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Wed 14/117:00BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 472
Tue 10/320:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sat 14/317:00BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 480
Wed 11/320:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 15/311:55BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 485
Thu 8/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sat 10/117:00BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 505
Tue 6/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Fri 9/111:55BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 9/12RM 509
Fri 9/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Tue 13/117:00BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 517
Last-minute flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Discover last-minute flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Data last updated 12 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 17/1206:00PEN - BKI
2 stops9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1222:40BKI - PEN
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 727
Wed 17/1220:50PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 21/1217:45BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 739
Thu 18/1206:00PEN - BKI
1 stop8h 35mBatik Air
Mon 22/1216:30BKI - PEN
1 stop5h 10mBatik Air
Deal found 11/12RM 731
Thu 18/1206:00PEN - BKI
1 stop5h 10mAirAsia
Mon 22/1222:40BKI - PEN
1 stop9h 55mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 735
Thu 18/1206:00PEN - BKI
2 stops13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1222:05BKI - PEN
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 752
Sun 21/1221:35PEN - BKI
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/121:00BKI - PEN
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 694
One-way flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Search for one-way flight options from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Thu 15/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 9/12RM 214
Sun 14/1208:25PEN - BKI
1 stop5h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 218
Fri 9/106:00PEN - BKI
1 stop6h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 222
Sun 25/120:05PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 226
Sat 24/106:00PEN - BKI
1 stop5h 10mAirAsia
Deal found 9/12RM 230
Tue 10/306:55PEN - BKI
2 stops7h 00mAirAsia
Deal found 9/12RM 238
Sat 10/119:25PEN - BKI
1 stop15h 05mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 242
Mon 26/119:55PEN - BKI
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12RM 246
Sat 24/107:00PEN - BKI
2 stops6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 267
Wed 31/1220:50PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 9/12RM 283
Find flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) 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 12 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Penang 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 12 December 2025.
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Departure
Return
Price
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Sat 24/1
20:05-22:55
Nonstop2h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 31/1
17:00-19:40
Nonstop2h 40m
RM 415
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Thu 15/1
20:05-22:55
Nonstop2h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 18/1
11:55-14:35
Nonstop2h 40m
RM 419
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Thu 15/1
06:55-08:15
2 stops49h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 18/1
23:25-23:00
1 stop23h 35m
RM 439
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Sat 24/1
07:00-21:25
1 stop14h 25m
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 31/1
23:25-07:40
1 stop8h 15m
RM 452
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Mon 2/3
20:05-22:55
Nonstop2h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 9/3
11:55-14:35
Nonstop2h 40m
RM 452
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Fri 9/1
06:00-11:10
1 stop5h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 13/1
17:00-19:40
Nonstop2h 40m
RM 464
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Sun 12/4
06:45-17:00
1 stop10h 15m
RM 205
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Sun 12/4
19:55-22:45
Nonstop2h 50m
RM 218
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Sun 8/2
06:55-23:00
1 stop16h 05m
RM 222
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Sat 24/1
07:00-14:15
1 stop7h 15m
RM 226
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Best time to book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 82 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 Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 222). Flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 308). 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 PEN to BKI?
Find hourly flight availability from Penang 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 12 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 6 December 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Explore weekly flight availability from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. 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 12 December 2025.
The most flights from PEN to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How often are flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu delayed?
About 29% of weekly flights between Penang and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Penang to Kota Kinabalu flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Penang to Kota Kinabalu flights?
Over the past year, AirAsia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 26% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Share of one-stop return flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 97% of one-stop itineraries from Penang to Kota Kinabalu on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of RM 513.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 6h 50m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 18m.
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 12 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, andBatik Air from Penang to Kota Kinabalu by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Booking a flight from Penang Intl (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is your only option if you wish to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu, all of which are around 2h 50m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
How popular is this Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight route?
Within the past month, 6,077 users have taken a look at flights from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
How long is the flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
AirAsia can get you from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in just under 2h 50m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Penang and Kota Kinabalu is about 1746 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?
According to our current data, Batik Air (RM 220), Firefly (RM 236), and Malaysia Airlines (RM 278) offers the cheapest pricing from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Batik Air is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Firefly. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 127. Users have also found prices from RM 139 and RM 146 on Batik Air and AirAsia, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu consider choosing AirAsia(64%), Firefly(48%) or Malaysia Airlines(48%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 205. While the most popular route (Penang Intl - Kota Kinabalu) can be booked for RM 402 on average, our data indicates RM 458 when flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Penang 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 Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 222). Flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 308). 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 Penang to Kota Kinabalu on these airlines
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Top 4 airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
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