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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

BKI — MEL
27 Jul — 3 Aug1
1 adult
Sat 27/7
Sat 3/8

The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne are usually found in March or June, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 22 July 2024.

Round-trip from

RM 1,713

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

RM 3,597
From Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 37% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 28% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in July 2024

Travel insights for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 19 July 2024.

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne (average of RM 1,298). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,337). 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 July 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 46% on airfare.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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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.

  • 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. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne with specific airlines?

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

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

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

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne (average of RM 1,298). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,337). 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 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 318,701 searches. Data last updated 22 July 2024.
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ScootCheapestRM 1,442AverageRM 1,796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 2,789AverageRM 3,928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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