Cheap flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu from RM 351
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 22/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — BKI
2 Aug — 9 Aug1
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 November or October, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday
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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 3 July 2026.
Fri 14/818:00
PEN
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BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Tue 18/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 608
Wed 28/1019:55
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1105:20
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7RM 612
Fri 9/1018:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1005:20
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop9h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6RM 616
Fri 11/914:35
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Tue 15/921:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 620
Sat 19/907:45
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/921:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7RM 628
Mon 14/918:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/905:20
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop9h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7RM 632
Tue 20/1018:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/1009:05
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6RM 636
Sat 15/821:20
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6RM 640
Sat 3/1007:45
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/1021:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6RM 644
Mon 19/1006:10
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 21/1021:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6RM 657
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 3 July 2026.
Mon 19/1007:45
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop6h 30m
Malaysia Airlines
Tue 20/1005:20
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop9h 45m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 30/6RM 804
Fri 11/921:20
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/923:20
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7RM 893
Thu 19/1118:30
PEN
-
BKI
2 stops20h 10m
Batik Air
Sun 22/1115:45
BKI
-
PEN
2 stops25h 35m
Batik Air
Deal found 3/7RM 1,566
Mon 19/1013:30
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop4h 50m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 21/1015:00
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop5h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/7RM 824
Mon 19/1007:45
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop6h 30m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 22/1015:00
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop5h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/7RM 865
Tue 20/1007:45
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop6h 30m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 22/1012:40
BKI
-
PEN
1 stop5h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/7RM 889
Fri 18/918:30
PEN
-
BKI
2 stops40h 20m
Batik Air
Fri 25/908:00
BKI
-
PEN
2 stops14h 20m
Batik Air
Deal found 3/7RM 1,566
Fri 2/1018:30
PEN
-
BKI
2 stops40h 20m
Batik Air
Wed 7/1008:00
BKI
-
PEN
2 stops14h 20m
Batik Air
Deal found 2/7RM 1,611
Thu 13/814:20
PEN
-
BKI
2 stops44h 30m
Batik Air
Thu 20/815:20
BKI
-
PEN
2 stops7h 00m
Batik Air
Deal found 2/7RM 1,611
Fri 14/818:30
PEN
-
BKI
2 stops19h 50m
Batik Air
Tue 18/815:20
BKI
-
PEN
2 stops22h 05m
Batik Air
Deal found 1/7RM 1,697
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 3 July 2026.
Fri 14/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Tue 18/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 608
Thu 10/918:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 23/921:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 29/6RM 616
Fri 11/914:35
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Tue 15/921:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 620
Thu 17/918:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Sun 20/921:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 29/6RM 669
Fri 4/918:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Sun 4/1021:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 28/6RM 673
Sat 15/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Sun 23/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 702
Tue 4/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Thu 6/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 2/7RM 710
Last-minute flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Discover last-minute flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Data last updated 3 July 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 2/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Thu 6/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 3/7RM 714
Fri 14/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Tue 18/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 608
Fri 14/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Fri 21/811:30
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 722
Fri 14/813:30
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6RM 738
Sat 15/821:20
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6RM 640
Sat 15/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Sun 23/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 702
Sun 16/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Sun 23/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 2/7RM 710
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 3 July 2026.
Sat 22/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 3/7RM 351
Tue 8/909:50
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop14h 50m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/7RM 359
Thu 1/1021:20
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop27h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/7RM 363
Tue 15/908:10
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop5h 05m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 367
Sat 26/918:50
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7RM 379
Mon 7/916:35
PEN
-
BKI
1 stop7h 55m
AirAsia
Deal found 2/7RM 383
Sun 2/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 28/6RM 388
Sat 1/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 30/6RM 396
Thu 6/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 29/6RM 400
Find flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
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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 3 July 2026.
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Departure
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Mon 19/10
07:45-14:15
1 stop6h 30m
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 20/10
05:20-15:05
1 stop9h 45m
RM 804
Fastest return journey
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Mon 19/10
13:30-18:20
1 stop4h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 21/10
15:00-20:35
1 stop5h 35m
RM 824
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Mon 19/10
07:45-14:15
1 stop6h 30m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 22/10
15:00-20:35
1 stop5h 35m
RM 865
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Tue 20/10
07:45-14:15
1 stop6h 30m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 22/10
12:40-18:35
1 stop5h 55m
RM 889
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Fri 11/9
21:20-00:40
1 stop27h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 15/9
23:20-07:40
1 stop8h 20m
RM 893
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Thu 19/11
18:30-14:40
2 stops20h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 22/11
15:45-17:20
2 stops25h 35m
RM 1,566
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Fri 18/9
18:30-10:50
2 stops40h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 25/9
08:00-22:20
2 stops14h 20m
RM 1,566
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Fri 2/10
18:30-10:50
2 stops40h 20m
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 7/10
08:00-22:20
2 stops14h 20m
RM 1,611
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Thu 13/8
14:20-10:50
2 stops44h 30m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 20/8
15:20-22:20
2 stops7h 00m
RM 1,611
PenangKota Kinabalu
PEN - BKI
PENBKI
Penang Intl
Fri 14/8
18:30-14:20
2 stops19h 50m
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 18/8
15:20-13:25
2 stops22h 05m
RM 1,697
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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?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 74 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 412). Flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 698). 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 3 July 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 27 June 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
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 3 July 2026.
The most flights from PEN to BKI are scheduled on a Tuesday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How often are flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu delayed?
About 36% 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?
Tuesday 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, Firefly have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% 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 68% 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.
Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of RM 414.
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: 7h 22m.
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 42m.
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 3 July 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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, 3,286 users have taken a look at flights from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
How long is the flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia can get you from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in just under 4h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 40m. 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 218), Malaysia Airlines (RM 260), and Firefly (RM 301) offers the cheapest pricing from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Batik Air is currently priced 60% 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 156. Users have also found prices from RM 160 and RM 178 on AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines, respectively.
What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 283. While the most popular route (Penang Intl - Kota Kinabalu) can be booked for RM 518 on average, our data indicates RM 593 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 412). Flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 698). 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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