Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang from RM 259

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — PEN
8 Jun — 15 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Penang Intl are usually found in July or October, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 May 2026.

Thu 6/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Mon 10/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 8/5RM 521
Fri 7/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Tue 11/808:10
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 9/5RM 525
Tue 4/811:30
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Sat 8/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 6/5RM 537
Wed 21/1011:30
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Sat 24/1008:10
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 9/5RM 552
Wed 5/821:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Sun 9/818:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 7/5RM 556
Sat 25/721:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Fri 31/718:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 7/5RM 572
Wed 8/721:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Sun 12/714:35
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 9/5RM 576
Sat 4/711:30
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Wed 8/718:00
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 5/5RM 580
Fri 23/1021:15
BKI
-
PEN
Nonstop2h 40m
AirAsia
Mon 26/1019:55
PEN
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 4/5RM 623

Find flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Penang

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Penang (PEN). 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 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 521

One-way from

RM 259

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 619

Good round-trip deal

RM 512 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 277 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 6/8-10/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Penang
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 7/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Penang
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (RM 116 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 49 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang Intl.

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 21/10

21:15-23:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Penang Intl

Sat 24/10

08:10-11:00

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 568

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/10

21:15-23:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Penang Intl

Mon 26/10

14:30-19:10

1 stop4h 40m

RM 831

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 27/5

21:15-23:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Penang Intl

Thu 4/6

18:00-20:50

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 889

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/6

07:00-12:50

1 stop5h 50m

Penang Intl

Thu 11/6

08:10-11:00

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 1,093

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 1/7

05:20-20:35

1 stop15h 15m

Penang Intl

Sat 4/7

19:20-00:40

1 stop5h 20m

RM 1,124

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 23/5

21:15-23:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Penang Intl

Thu 28/5

18:00-20:50

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 1,179

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 27/8

10:30-15:10

1 stop4h 40m

Penang Intl

Tue 1/9

06:45-17:00

1 stop10h 15m

RM 1,273

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10/9

08:00-17:20

2 stops33h 20m

Penang Intl

Sun 13/9

07:00-14:20

2 stops7h 20m

RM 1,324

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/10

15:20-22:20

2 stops7h 00m

Penang Intl

Mon 26/10

07:00-14:40

2 stops7h 40m

RM 1,328

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/8

15:20-22:20

2 stops7h 00m

Penang Intl

Fri 7/8

07:00-14:20

2 stops7h 20m

RM 1,328

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang, you should look to book at least 89 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 Kota Kinabalu to Penang?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang (average of RM 364). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Penang in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 599). 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 PEN?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Penang. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 May 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Penang in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Penang?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kota Kinabalu to Penang. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kota Kinabalu to Penang flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Penang

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Penang. 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 Penang. Reviews last updated 9 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines,AirAsia, andBatik Air from Kota Kinabalu to Penang have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Penang?

    If you book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang, you will be flying from Kota Kinabalu to Penang Intl. Flights to Penang Intl (PEN) from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) take 2h 40m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang per day from 4 airlines.

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

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

    For as low as RM 568, AirAsia can have you in Penang from Kota Kinabalu in 2h 40m. The distance between Kota Kinabalu and Penang is about 1746 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Malaysia Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Penang, with prices starting at RM 228. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Batik Air and AirAsia, with the lowest prices starting at RM 286 and RM 290, respectively. Malaysia Airlines is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang are Firefly (RM 148), AirAsia (RM 151), and Malaysia Airlines (RM 180).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang? While on average our users pay RM 487, our data indicates the cheapest price to be RM 192. The most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Penang Intl), is priced around RM 521.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang (average of RM 364). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Penang in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 599). 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 4 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Penang

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 228AverageRM 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 286AverageRM 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 290AverageRM 464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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FireflyCheapestRM 294AverageRM 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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