S$48 Cheap Flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheap Flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (MNL-BKI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$48 for one-way flights and S$99 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Philippines AirAsia
Sun, 24 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$99 Return, found 4 hours ago
S$99
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Philippines AirAsia flight, departing Sun, 24 Aug from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, 2 Sep, priced at S$99 found 4 hours ago
Philippines AirAsia
Fri, 10 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$101 Return, found 5 days ago
S$101
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Philippines AirAsia flight, departing Fri, 10 Oct from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, 13 Oct, priced at S$101 found 5 days ago
Philippines AirAsia
Wed, 17 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$106 Return, found 3 days ago
S$106
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Philippines AirAsia flight, departing Wed, 17 Sep from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, 21 Sep, priced at S$106 found 3 days ago
Philippines AirAsia
Fri, 21 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$111 Return, found 5 days ago
S$111
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Philippines AirAsia flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, 23 Nov, priced at S$111 found 5 days ago
Philippines AirAsia
Thu, 24 Jul - Tue, 29 Jul
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$125 Return, found 4 days ago
S$125
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Philippines AirAsia flight, departing Thu, 24 Jul from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, 29 Jul, priced at S$125 found 4 days ago
Philippines AirAsia
Wed, 31 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$128 Return, found 4 days ago
S$128
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Philippines AirAsia flight, departing Wed, 31 Dec from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, 5 Jan, priced at S$128 found 4 days ago
Scoot
Fri, 10 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$256 Return, found 5 days ago
S$256
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Fri, 10 Oct from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, 13 Oct, priced at S$256 found 5 days ago
Royal Brunei Airlines
Fri, 18 Jul - Tue, 22 Jul
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$372 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$372
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Fri, 18 Jul from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, 22 Jul, priced at S$372 found 2 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Fri, 10 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$438 Return, found 5 days ago
S$438
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Fri, 10 Oct from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, 13 Oct, priced at S$438 found 5 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Thu, 4 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
S$453 Return, found 8 hours ago
S$453
Return
found 8 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Thu, 4 Sep from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, 7 Sep, priced at S$453 found 8 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$89 - S$444 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Manila to Kota Kinabalu route information
Origin airport
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
Destination airport
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
Airlines serving
China Southern Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines, Scoot, Singapore Airlines
Return price
S$99
Distance
1090 km
Average flight time
2 hours 10 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Manila Intl. Airport to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Pack your bags, because round-trip journeys between MNL and Kota Kinabalu International Airport start from S$99. That's based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can move quickly, so book now to secure the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MNL to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do need to cancel your flight, check out our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Manila Intl. Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport?
Forget about a movie marathon on this flight --- it's just 1,100 kilometres from Parañaque to Kota Kinabalu. Find your way to your seat, order a snack and you'll be there in next to no time.
Which airlines fly direct from Manila Intl. Airport to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
With 30 monthly flights operating from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Philippines AirAsia (Z2) is a top choice. Like more options? Check out the seats available with Cebu Pacific Air (5J). This carrier offers 8 fights monthly between these airports.
Are Manila Intl. Airport to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can occasionally find a bargain, with some super cheap fares from MNL to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) cropping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continuously --- as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines release prices that far in advance.

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