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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang from RM 164

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — PEN
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Penang Intl are usually found in April or August, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 320

One-way from

RM 164

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 359

Good round-trip deal

RM 332 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 186 or less
Firefly
  • Firefly
  • 20/8-23/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 40m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Penang
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Firefly
  • Firefly
  • 15/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Penang
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (RM 264 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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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 30 April 2025.

Fri 13/623:25BKI - PEN
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/606:50PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 389
Fri 22/819:05BKI - PEN
1 stop5h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 24/815:50PEN - BKI
1 stop5h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 394
Sat 14/609:20BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Sun 22/614:10PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 29/4RM 398
Sat 20/1206:25BKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mFirefly
Wed 31/1212:45PEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mFirefly
Deal found 29/4RM 489
Wed 1/1017:00BKI - PEN
1 stop6h 00mBatik Air
Sat 4/1013:50PEN - BKI
1 stop7h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 29/4RM 524
Wed 16/703:30BKI - PEN
1 stop19h 15mChina Southern
Sun 20/723:55PEN - BKI
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4RM 18,863

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang 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 30 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang that are best for you.

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Kota Kinabalu

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Price

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 13/6

23:25-09:20

1 stop9h 55m

Penang Intl

Sat 28/6

06:50-09:40

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 389

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 22/8

19:05-00:35

1 stop5h 30m

Penang Intl

Sun 24/8

15:50-21:35

1 stop5h 45m

RM 394

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 14/6

09:20-12:00

Nonstop2h 40m

Penang Intl

Sun 22/6

14:10-17:00

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 398

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 1/10

17:00-23:00

1 stop6h 00m

Penang Intl

Sat 4/10

13:50-21:30

1 stop7h 40m

RM 524

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 16/7

03:30-22:45

1 stop19h 15m

Penang Intl

Sun 20/7

23:55-18:20

1 stop18h 25m

RM 18,863

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 15/6

20:35-23:25

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 164

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/5

14:40-17:20

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 190

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 14/6

12:40-18:35

1 stop5h 55m

RM 199

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/5

23:25-13:15

1 stop13h 50m

RM 251

Kota KinabaluPenang

BKI - PEN

BKIPEN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 13/7

07:00-13:15

1 stop6h 15m

RM 281

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Penang from Kota Kinabalu with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang, you should look to book at least 70 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang (average of RM 39). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 57). 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 30 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Penang in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 30 March 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Penang

Explore weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Penang. 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from BKI to PEN are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Penang by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Penang ranges from 76.0 - 386.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 386.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Penang when rainfall is around 76.0 mm.

Temperature in Penang by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Penang, 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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of August, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Penang, see what other customers have to say about China Southern, Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. 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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

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
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

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
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
254 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

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
AirAsia
6.6
Okay
206 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

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
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
72 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

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 Penang. 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 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 are 3 flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang per day from 4 airlines.

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

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang Intl have been viewed 2,432 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Flying on Firefly is currently your cheapest option to Penang, with prices starting at RM 320. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia, with the lowest prices starting at RM 394 and RM 398, respectively. Firefly is currently priced 22% 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 164), AirAsia (RM 190), and Malaysia Airlines (RM 199).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Penang?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang consider choosing AirAsia(79%), Firefly(50%) or Malaysia Airlines(50%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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 315, our data indicates the cheapest price to be RM 160. The most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Penang Intl), is priced around RM 294.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang (average of RM 39). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 57). 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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Fly from Kota Kinabalu to Penang on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Penang. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 30 April 2025.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Penang

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Penang. 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 407,431 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Batik AirCheapestRM 262AverageRM 434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FireflyCheapestRM 266AverageRM 402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 273AverageRM 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 308AverageRM 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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