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Cheap flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu from RM 256

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 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — BKI
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 522

One-way from

RM 256

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,673
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 8/3-17/3
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • Seoul to Kota Kinabalu
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24/2
  • 24/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • Seoul to Kota Kinabalu
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High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
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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 17 January 2025.

Sat 8/301:05ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia
Mon 17/318:05BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 00mAirAsia
Deal found 15/1RM 522
Fri 21/207:35ICN - BKI
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/222:40BKI - ICN
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1RM 531
Mon 17/318:15ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 25mT'way Air
Wed 19/323:40BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 15mT'way Air
Deal found 16/1RM 648
Tue 11/319:50ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 40mJeju Air
Fri 14/301:30BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 10mJeju Air
Deal found 17/1RM 742
Mon 20/118:00ICN - BKI
Nonstop5h 30mJin Air
Sat 25/123:40BKI - ICN
Nonstop5h 15mJin Air
Deal found 16/1RM 895
Tue 4/308:30ICN - BKI
2 stops17h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 11/301:30BKI - ICN
2 stops18h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1RM 1,075
Tue 11/220:45ICN - BKI
1 stop23h 20mScoot
Fri 14/218:45BKI - ICN
1 stop23h 45mScoot
Deal found 17/1RM 1,093
Mon 3/312:00GMP - BKI
1 stop13h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 9/301:30BKI - GMP
1 stop17h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1RM 1,215
Sun 9/307:20GMP - BKI
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/321:50BKI - GMP
2 stops14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,340
Wed 5/219:50GMP - BKI
1 stop30h 30mJeju Air
Fri 7/202:20BKI - GMP
1 stop29h 05mJeju Air
Deal found 16/1RM 1,529
Sun 16/220:50GMP - BKI
1 stop28h 40mShanghai Airlines
Tue 18/201:30BKI - GMP
1 stop17h 20mShanghai Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,966

Find flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

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 17 January 2025.

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IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Sat 8/3

01:05-05:35

Nonstop5h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 17/3

18:05-00:05

Nonstop5h 00m

RM 522

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Fri 21/2

07:35-21:25

1 stop14h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 25/2

22:40-17:30

1 stop17h 50m

RM 531

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Mon 17/3

18:15-22:40

Nonstop5h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 19/3

23:40-05:55

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 648

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Tue 11/3

19:50-00:30

Nonstop5h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 14/3

01:30-07:40

Nonstop5h 10m

RM 742

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Wed 29/1

18:00-22:30

Nonstop5h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/2

23:40-05:55

Nonstop5h 15m

RM 895

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Tue 4/3

08:30-00:30

2 stops17h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 11/3

01:30-20:40

2 stops18h 10m

RM 1,075

IncheonKota Kinabalu

ICN - BKI

ICNBKI

Incheon Intl

Tue 11/2

20:45-19:05

1 stop23h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 14/2

18:45-19:30

1 stop23h 45m

RM 1,093

SeoulKota Kinabalu

GMP - BKI

GMPBKI

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 3/3

12:00-00:30

1 stop13h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/3

01:30-19:50

1 stop17h 20m

RM 1,215

SeoulKota Kinabalu

GMP - BKI

GMPBKI

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 9/3

07:20-01:20

1 stop19h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/3

21:50-13:00

2 stops14h 10m

RM 1,340

SeoulKota Kinabalu

GMP - BKI

GMPBKI

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 5/2

19:50-01:20

1 stop30h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/2

02:20-08:25

1 stop29h 05m

RM 1,529

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Best time to book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

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Travel insights for flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 4 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 Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 102). 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 17 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from SEL to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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 17 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with AirAsia, T'way Air and Jeju Air from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
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Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

China Eastern
7.0
Good
134 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

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 5 flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Seoul to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    Flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu have been viewed 104 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu round-trip from RM 522. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are T'way Air, from RM 648, and Jeju Air, from RM 742. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.