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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu from $448

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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BNE — BKI
19 May — 26 May1
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Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). 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 14 May 2024.

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December

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July

Average price

$1,151

Round-trip from

$438
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu are generally found to be more expensive on Monday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu at least 59 days early can save you up to 8% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 59 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu for as little as $1,005 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,005 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu in July, with the cheapest ticket starting at $901.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu (BNE - BKI)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap China Southern flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Southern for the route between Brisbane and Kota Kinabalu. 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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest China Southern flights we've come across from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Sat 25/510:10BNE - BKI
1 stop34h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$1,380
Sat 25/510:10BNE - BKI
1 stop34h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 13/5$1,423
Wed 21/818:15BNE - BKI
2 stops50h 05mChina Southern
Sun 25/819:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 12/5$1,598
Sat 25/507:10BNE - BKI
2 stops37h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$1,606

Cheap Hahn Air Systems flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Hahn Air Systems for the route between Brisbane and Kota Kinabalu. 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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Hahn Air Systems flights departing from Brisbane and landing in Kota Kinabalu. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 25/523:30BNE - BKI
2 stops49h 35mHahn Air Systems
Sat 1/600:05BKI - BNE
2 stops43h 50mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 14/5$2,058
Sat 25/523:30BNE - BKI
2 stops49h 35mHahn Air Systems
Sat 1/600:05BKI - BNE
2 stops43h 50mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 13/5$2,080

Cheap Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Prices were last updated on 14 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 25/506:00BNE - BKI
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/605:20BKI - BNE
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,194
Sat 25/506:00BNE - BKI
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/605:20BKI - BNE
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,291
Sat 25/510:10BNE - BKI
1 stop34h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$1,380
Sat 25/510:10BNE - BKI
1 stop34h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 13/5$1,423
Sat 25/507:10BNE - BKI
2 stops37h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$1,606
Sat 25/510:30BNE - BKI
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,612
Sat 25/523:30BNE - BKI
2 stops49h 35mHahn Air Systems
Sat 1/600:05BKI - BNE
2 stops43h 50mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 14/5$2,058
Sat 25/523:30BNE - BKI
2 stops49h 35mHahn Air Systems
Sat 1/600:05BKI - BNE
2 stops43h 50mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 13/5$2,080

Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Brisbane and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 21/807:15BNE - BKI
2 stops15h 25mBatik Air
Sun 25/821:30BKI - BNE
2 stops30h 20mBatik Air
Deal found 12/5$1,178
Sat 25/506:00BNE - BKI
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/605:20BKI - BNE
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,194
Wed 21/807:15BNE - BKI
2 stops15h 25mBatik Air
Sun 25/821:30BKI - BNE
2 stops30h 20mBatik Air
Deal found 13/5$1,199
Sat 25/506:00BNE - BKI
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/605:20BKI - BNE
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$1,291
Sat 25/510:10BNE - BKI
1 stop34h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$1,380
Sat 25/510:10BNE - BKI
1 stop34h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 13/5$1,423
Wed 21/818:15BNE - BKI
2 stops50h 05mChina Southern
Sun 25/819:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 12/5$1,598
Sat 25/507:10BNE - BKI
2 stops37h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$1,606
Sat 25/510:30BNE - BKI
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/619:20BKI - BNE
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,612

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu from Brisbane

Search for one-way flight options from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu. For those needing a return trip from Brisbane, there is a search form available above.
Fri 12/719:30BNE - BKI
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$448
Fri 12/717:00BNE - BKI
3 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$472
Thu 11/700:55BNE - BKI
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$726
Thu 11/700:55BNE - BKI
3 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$838
Fri 12/710:10BNE - BKI
1 stop34h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 13/5$845
Thu 11/700:55BNE - BKI
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$1,058

Find flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu 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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.

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$1,178 - $2,242

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Return

Price

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Wed 21/8

2 stops15h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/8

2 stops30h 20m

$1,178

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Sat 25/5

2 stops20h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/6

2 stops16h 20m

$1,194

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Wed 21/8

2 stops15h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/8

2 stops30h 20m

$1,199

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Sat 25/5

2 stops20h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/6

2 stops16h 20m

$1,291

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Sat 25/5

1 stop34h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/6

1 stop35h 05m

$1,380

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Sat 25/5

1 stop34h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/6

1 stop35h 05m

$1,423

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Wed 21/8

2 stops50h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/8

1 stop35h 05m

$1,598

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Sat 25/5

2 stops49h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 1/6

2 stops43h 50m

$2,058

BrisbaneKota Kinabalu

BNE - BKI

BNEBKI

Brisbane

Wed 21/8

2 stops44h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 24/8

2 stops40h 05m

$2,242

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When is the best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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.
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Average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu is currently $731 while a return flight costs $1,507. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu (average of $290). Flying from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $778). 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.

January

$904

February

$438

March

$590

April

$665

May

$688

June

$767

July

$676

August

$753

September

$794

October

$711

November

$732

December

$1,176

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. 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 Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated 14 May 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Hahn Air Systems and China Eastern from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
509 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

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.

China Eastern
7.2
Good
509 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
509 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

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.

Batik Air
6.6
Okay
61 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
509 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

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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  • Can I find flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Batik Air for just $1,178, but on average you can expect to pay $1,624.

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

    Currently priced at $1,178, Batik Air will fly you from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu and back. In addition to Batik Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Southern and Hahn Air Systems - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,380 and $2,058, respectively. Batik Air is priced at 3% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu?

    Consider Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air or Singapore Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu.

  • What does BNE to BKI mean?

    This is defined as Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI). Codes like Kota Kinabalu Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu 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 Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Many airlines flying from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu 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 Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu 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.

  • How recently were the Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 14/5.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Brisbane to Kota Kinabalu

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