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Cheap flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu from RM 289

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — BKI
17 Sep — 24 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in November or September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 August 2026.

Wed 14/1019:10 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Sun 18/1000:30 -
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Deal found 14/8RM 801
Sat 10/1019:10 -
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Wed 14/1000:30 -
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Deal found 17/8RM 805
Mon 31/809:20 -
Nonstop5h 10m
Sat 5/900:30 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Deal found 14/8RM 809
Mon 28/919:10 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Sat 3/1000:30 -
Nonstop5h 20m
Deal found 14/8RM 813
Mon 26/1019:50 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Sun 1/1101:30 -
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Deal found 17/8RM 817
Mon 31/809:20 -
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Tue 1/901:40 -
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Deal found 13/8RM 821
Mon 14/919:15 -
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Thu 17/901:40 -
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Deal found 13/8RM 825
Sat 29/819:10 -
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Mon 31/801:40 -
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Deal found 17/8RM 829
Sat 29/819:10 -
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Thu 3/901:40 -
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Deal found 17/8RM 833
Thu 3/919:10 -
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Sat 5/900:30 -
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Deal found 14/8RM 837
Thu 27/819:10 -
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Sat 29/800:30 -
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Deal found 17/8RM 841
Thu 27/819:15 -
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Tue 1/901:40 -
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Deal found 13/8RM 845

Find flight deals from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) 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 18 August 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 801

One-way from

RM 289

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,187

Good one-way deal

RM 470 or less
Jeju Air
  • Jeju Air
  • 14/10-18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 40m total
  • Seoul to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 8/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 10m total
  • Seoul to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (RM 754 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 103 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Seoul 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 18 August 2026.
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IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Sat 10/10

19:10-23:30

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 14/10

00:30-06:50

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 805

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Mon 28/9

19:10-23:30

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/10

00:30-06:50

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 813

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Thu 22/10

19:10-23:30

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 24/10

00:30-06:50

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 853

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Fri 30/10

19:50-00:30

Nonstop5h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/11

01:30-07:40

Nonstop5h 10m

RM 853

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/9

19:15-23:35

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/9

00:35-06:55

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 870

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Fri 18/9

19:15-23:35

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 29/9

00:35-06:55

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 910

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Thu 17/9

19:10-23:30

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 29/9

00:30-06:50

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 1,004

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/11

19:50-00:30

Nonstop5h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/11

01:30-07:40

Nonstop5h 10m

RM 1,040

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Sun 4/10

19:15-23:35

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/10

00:35-06:55

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 1,187

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN Incheon Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Thu 24/9

19:10-23:30

Nonstop5h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 28/9

00:30-06:50

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 1,248

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Best time to book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 841). Flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,317). 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 SEL to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul 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 18 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul 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 18 August 2026.

The most flights from SEL to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Seoul to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between RM 1,044 and RM 1,443 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 801 on Jeju Air (14 Oct–18 Oct).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 86 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.

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 18 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with AirAsia from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
234 reviews
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Crew

7.5

Food

6.5

Entertainment

5.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
234 reviews
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
234 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.5

Food

6.5

Entertainment

5.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seoul 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Seoul?

    If you book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Seoul, you will be flying to Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 5.8 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. There are 3 flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu per day from 1 airline.

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

    Departing from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu will take you 5h 20m. The distance from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu is about 3658 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu round-trip from RM 696. This flight start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 266. Users have also found prices from RM 275 and RM 276 on Batik Air and T'way Air, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

    Consider Jeju Air (93%), Korean Air (90%) or Jin Air (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 429. While the most popular route (Incheon Intl - Kota Kinabalu) can be booked for RM 1,000 on average, our data indicates RM 536 when flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seoul 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 Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 841). Flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,317). 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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Top airline flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

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AirAsiaCheapestRM 696AverageRM 1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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