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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila from RM 198

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — MNL
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Manila

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Manila (MNL). 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 346

One-way from

RM 198

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 490

Good round-trip deal

RM 400 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 198 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 30/7-7/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Manila
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 15/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Manila
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (RM 353 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 65 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Wed 30/701:45BKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Thu 7/823:10MNL - BKI
Nonstop2h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 12/6RM 346
Fri 25/701:45BKI - MNL
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/806:55MNL - BKI
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 524
Thu 6/1112:30BKI - MNL
1 stop17h 00mScoot
Wed 12/1106:30MNL - BKI
1 stop12h 35mScoot
Deal found 10/6RM 781
Fri 25/721:45BKI - MNL
1 stop16h 25mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Fri 1/821:35MNL - BKI
1 stop18h 35mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 10/6RM 828
Wed 16/703:30BKI - MNL
1 stop13h 15mChina Southern
Sun 20/717:45MNL - BKI
1 stop24h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6RM 1,267
Sun 9/1106:50BKI - MNL
2 stops14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 12/1117:20MNL - BKI
2 stops20h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/6RM 1,423
Sat 13/922:20BKI - MNL
1 stop18h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Wed 17/907:20MNL - BKI
1 stop17h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 10/6RM 1,917
Fri 12/900:30BKI - MNL
1 stop21h 50mJeju Air
Wed 17/923:20MNL - BKI
1 stop24h 10mJeju Air
Deal found 11/6RM 2,310
Sun 31/801:30BKI - MNL
1 stop23h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 3/902:25MNL - BKI
1 stop22h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/6RM 3,103

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Kota Kinabalu

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Return

Price

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 30/7

01:45-03:55

Nonstop2h 10m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 7/8

23:10-01:20

Nonstop2h 10m

RM 346

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 25/7

01:45-03:55

Nonstop2h 10m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 2/8

06:55-11:15

1 stop28h 20m

RM 524

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 6/11

12:30-05:30

1 stop17h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 12/11

06:30-19:05

1 stop12h 35m

RM 781

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 25/7

21:45-14:10

1 stop16h 25m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 1/8

21:35-16:10

1 stop18h 35m

RM 828

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 16/7

03:30-16:45

1 stop13h 15m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 20/7

17:45-18:20

1 stop24h 35m

RM 1,267

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/11

06:50-21:30

2 stops14h 40m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 12/11

17:20-14:10

2 stops20h 50m

RM 1,423

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 13/9

22:20-16:20

1 stop18h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 17/9

07:20-00:40

1 stop17h 20m

RM 1,917

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/9

00:30-22:20

1 stop21h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 17/9

23:20-23:30

1 stop24h 10m

RM 2,310

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 31/8

01:30-01:20

1 stop23h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 3/9

02:25-00:30

1 stop22h 05m

RM 3,103

Kota KinabaluManila

BKI - MNL

BKIMNL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 15/10

01:45-03:55

Nonstop2h 10m

RM 198

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila (average of RM 139). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 205). 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 BKI to MNL?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 58% on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Manila

Explore weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. 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 13 June 2025.

The most flights from BKI to MNL are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Manila by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manila ranges from 10.0 - 400.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 400.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Manila when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Manila by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manila, 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 29.0 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 Manila

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manila. 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 Manila. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila, such as China Southern, Malaysia Airlines and Philippine Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. 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 Kota Kinabalu to Manila?

    Booking a flight from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) is your only option if you wish to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Kota Kinabalu to Ninoy Aquino Intl, all of which are around 2h 00m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila.

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

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

    According to our current data, Philippines AirAsia (RM 346), Royal Brunei Airlines (RM 853), and Scoot (RM 1,068) offers the cheapest pricing from Kota Kinabalu to Manila. You may be able to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Manila for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Philippines AirAsia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as RM 198. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scoot and Royal Brunei Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Kota Kinabalu to Manila for a low price.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Kota Kinabalu to Manila is RM 188. On average you can expect to pay RM 425. The most popular route, (Kota Kinabalu - Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl), can usually be booked for RM 346.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila (average of RM 139). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 205). 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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Philippines AirAsiaCheapestRM 374AverageRM 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapestRM 771AverageRM 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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