$73 Cheap Flights from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $73 for one-way flights and $162 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scoot
Sun, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 15
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$162 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $162 found 3 days ago
Scoot
Sun, Sep 28 - Tue, Sep 30
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$171 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $171 found 1 day ago
Scoot
Mon, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 16
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$173 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $173 found 3 days ago
Scoot
Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 11
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$181 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $181 found 4 days ago
Scoot
Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 28
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$183 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $183 found 3 days ago
Scoot
Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$185 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $185 found 1 day ago
Royal Brunei Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$236 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$236
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Fri, Nov 21, priced at $236 found 3 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Sun, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 15
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$300 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $300 found 3 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Sat, Jul 26 - Wed, Jul 30
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$326 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 26 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $326 found 1 day ago
Philippine Airlines
Sun, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 15
MNL
Manila
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$371 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$371
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $371 found 3 days ago

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

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $74 - $427 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
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
Roundtrip price
$161
Distance
681 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 10 mins

Manila to Kota Kinabalu Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $73 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Manila to Kota Kinabalu airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) cost?
You can land cheap return tickets from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) starting at $129. Snag a seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a AirAsia Philippines flight leaving MNL on July 19 2025 and touching down at BKI. The price was last updated on June 28 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MNL to BKI?
The cheapest flights from MNL to BKI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
When jetting out of Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL), you can jump on a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) with Philippines AirAsia.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MNL to BKI?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from MNL to BKI. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
On average, Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) has 4 direct flights to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) per week. For more choice, take advantage of Expedia's filters to look for flights with layovers. Squeeze in a quick visit to another location or simply break up your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
The 4 PM departures from MNL to BKI are the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MNL to BKI?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI).
What is the earliest flight from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)'s earliest flight to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) is at approximately 4:15PM UTC+8. With a total travel time of 2h 15m, you'll arrive at around 6:30PM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Flights from MNL to BKI have an average travel time of 2 hours and 15 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 680 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
To touch down at Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) on schedule, book a flight that leaves Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kota Kinabalu from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL)?
Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) is the only airport in Kota Kinabalu with direct flights from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL). Compare the options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) last-minute?
Booking your flight from MNL to BKI shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MNL to BKI flight and hotel package?
Booking a MNL to BKI flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of accommodations and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
In most cases, you can cancel or modify your MNL to BKI flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need more information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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