Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport from RM 2,592

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 27/11. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
BKI — MEL
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
Sun 3/12
Sun 10/12

How to find the cheapest flight from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Melbourne (MEL)

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 28 November 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

RM 2,911

Round-trip from

RM 8,934
High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 34% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in November 2023
From Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

BKI - MEL

Price

RM 1,909 - RM 3,781

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

MEL

Rainfall

30 - 60 mm

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 42 days in advance to save up to 46% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 42 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as RM 2,709, or RM 4,969 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport?

August can be a great time to fly to Melbourne Airport from Kota Kinabalu with a flight ticket averaging about RM 2,805. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as RM 1,427. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport (BKI - MEL)?

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

Cheap China Eastern flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between Kota Kinabalu and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 351,021 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
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Cheap Royal Brunei Airlines flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Royal Brunei Airlines for the route between Kota Kinabalu and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 351,021 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
Some of the lowest-priced Royal Brunei Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.

Find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne 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 351,021 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

RM 2,592 - RM 10,772

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/2

1 stop15h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 24/2

1 stop32h 30m

RM 2,592

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/2

2 stops15h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 24/2

1 stop32h 30m

RM 2,709

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/2

1 stop28h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 23/2

1 stop13h 40m

RM 3,655

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/2

1 stop28h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 22/2

1 stop14h 45m

RM 3,664

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/2

2 stops15h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 22/2

1 stop17h 50m

RM 3,776

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/2

2 stops15h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 24/2

2 stops39h 25m

RM 3,954

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/2

2 stops15h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 23/2

2 stops17h 10m

RM 3,973

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/2

2 stops35h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 24/2

1 stop29h 00m

RM 7,534

Kota KinabaluMelbourne

BKI - MEL

BKIMEL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/2

1 stop17h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 22/2

1 stop9h 55m

RM 10,772

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Deals found on 27/11

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 28 November 2023.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Eastern, Royal Brunei Airlines and Malaysia Airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very Good
15 reviews

Boarding

8.8

Overall

8.4

Crew

9.0

Comfort

7.7

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.4

Reviews

1 / 3

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.

Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

8.4
Very Good
15 reviews
8.4
Very Good
15 reviews

Boarding

8.8

Overall

8.4

Crew

9.0

Comfort

7.7

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.4

Reviews

1 / 3

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.

Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

8.1
Very Good
341 reviews
8.4
Very Good
15 reviews

Boarding

8.8

Overall

8.4

Crew

9.0

Comfort

7.7

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.4

Reviews

1 / 3

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.

Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

7.3
Good
65 reviews
8.4
Very Good
15 reviews

Boarding

8.8

Overall

8.4

Crew

9.0

Comfort

7.7

Food

8.0

Entertainment

8.4

Reviews

1 / 3

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.

Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

Related info for your journey

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

Can I find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport for under RM 2,600 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport for under RM 2,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just RM 2,592, but on average you can expect to pay RM 5,840.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

According to our current data, Batik Air (RM 3,954), China Eastern (RM 7,534), and Royal Brunei Airlines (RM 10,772) offers the cheapest pricing from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne Airport?

What does BKI to MEL mean?

Kota Kinabalu Airport is BKI and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. 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 351,021 searches. Data last updated 28 November 2023.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapestRM 1,497AverageRM 2,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapestRM 2,902AverageRM 3,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 3,127AverageRM 4,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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