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Cheap flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu from RM 165

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — BKI
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in April or July, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 September 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 367

One-way from

RM 165

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 473

Good round-trip deal

RM 425 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 187 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 6/11-9/11
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Penang to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 16/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Penang to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (RM 210 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 September 2025.

Thu 6/1119:55PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 9/1111:20BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/9RM 367
Thu 23/1006:25PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1009:50BKI - PEN
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9RM 371
Wed 1/1019:55PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Thu 2/1016:50BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/9RM 375
Thu 9/1007:45PEN - BKI
1 stop15h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 16/1015:00BKI - PEN
1 stop7h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 11/9RM 384
Fri 7/1114:25PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1119:05BKI - PEN
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9RM 388
Thu 13/1108:25PEN - BKI
1 stop9h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 16/1105:20BKI - PEN
1 stop5h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 11/9RM 392
Sat 25/1015:15PEN - BKI
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1016:50BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9RM 397
Fri 7/1119:55PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Tue 11/1116:50BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/9RM 401
Thu 9/1007:45PEN - BKI
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1016:50BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9RM 405
Sun 26/1019:55PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 2/1111:20BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/9RM 409
Sat 18/1019:55PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Wed 22/1016:50BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/9RM 418
Sat 25/1006:00PEN - BKI
2 stops26h 50mAirAsia
Sat 1/1111:20BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 10/9RM 422

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

Fly from

Penang

Fly to

Kota Kinabalu

Route

Departure

Return

Price

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 6/11

19:55-22:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/11

11:20-14:00

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 367

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 23/10

15:50-00:40

1 stop8h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/10

05:20-10:05

1 stop4h 45m

RM 371

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Fri 7/11

15:30-21:10

1 stop5h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 11/11

09:50-17:05

1 stop7h 15m

RM 375

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Mon 20/10

14:10-17:00

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 24/10

16:50-19:30

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 375

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Mon 27/10

08:25-13:55

1 stop5h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/11

16:50-19:30

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 392

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Mon 27/10

19:55-22:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/11

11:20-14:00

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 397

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 18/10

19:55-22:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 22/10

16:50-19:30

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 418

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Mon 2/3

19:55-09:30

1 stop13h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/3

20:50-14:30

1 stop17h 40m

RM 426

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 13/11

19:55-22:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 16/11

16:50-19:30

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 430

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 6/11

19:55-22:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 10/11

16:50-19:30

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 430

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Best time to book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Penang with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

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 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 89 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 100). 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 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% 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 7 September 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. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 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.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
215 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
73 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Penang 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 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 are 3 flights 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, 7,152 users have taken a look at flights from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu.

  • How long is the flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines can get you from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in just under 2h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h. The distance between Penang and Kota Kinabalu is about 1746 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Batik Air (RM 258), Firefly (RM 259), and Malaysia Airlines (RM 288) offers the cheapest pricing from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Batik Air is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Malaysia Airlines(85%), Firefly(84%) or AirAsia(69%), 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 162. While the most popular route (Penang Intl - Kota Kinabalu) can be booked for RM 350 on average, our data indicates RM 404 when flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 100). 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

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 12 September 2025.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Penang 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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Batik AirCheapestRM 258AverageRM 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FireflyCheapestRM 259AverageRM 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 288AverageRM 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 307AverageRM 454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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