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Cheapest return flight
฿7,618
Typical prices: ฿7,384-฿11,645
Scoot, Malaysia Airlines
Thu 8/3Thu 15/3
BKK - BKI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
฿3,859
Typical prices: ฿3,738-฿6,954
Scoot
Mon 15/1
BKK - BKI • 1 stop
Top airlines
Malaysia Airlines
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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KBV - BKI
Cheapest • 16% average savings
BKK - BKI
Most popular
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Kota Kinabalu

 
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Recent return flight deals to Kota Kinabalu

Mon 8 Mar - Mon 15 Mar
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18:35 - 11:10BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-BKI Kota Kinabalu
15h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
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18:00 - 23:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
6h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿7,618Multiple Airlines
Sat 24 Oct - Mon 2 Nov
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10:55 - 19:45BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-BKI Kota Kinabalu
7h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
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18:00 - 23:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
6h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿8,117Multiple Airlines
Sat 24 Oct - Mon 2 Nov
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07:05 - 18:35BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-BKI Kota Kinabalu
10h 30m2 stops Krabi Kuala Lumpur Intl
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18:00 - 23:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
6h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿8,716Multiple Airlines
Thu 8 Oct - Sat 10 Oct
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07:05 - 18:35BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-BKI Kota Kinabalu
10h 30m2 stops Krabi Kuala Lumpur Intl
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16:20 - 23:05BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
7h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿9,381Multiple Airlines
Mon 16 Nov - Wed 18 Nov
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20:15 - 11:10BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-BKI Kota Kinabalu
13h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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12:10 - 17:35BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
6h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
฿9,814Scoot
Wed 28 Oct - Sat 31 Oct
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10:50 - 20:50DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
9h 00m1 stop Penang Intl
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21:15 - 15:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
18h 45m1 stop Penang Intl
฿9,980Multiple Airlines
Wed 7 Oct - Fri 9 Oct
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10:55 - 19:30BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-BKI Kota Kinabalu
7h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
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15:00 - 17:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
27h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿10,047Multiple Airlines
Thu 8 Oct - Sat 10 Oct
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06:50 - 23:40BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-BKI Kota Kinabalu
15h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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16:20 - 23:05BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
7h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿10,080Malaysia Airlines
Sat 24 Oct - Mon 2 Nov
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10:50 - 20:50DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
9h 00m1 stop Penang Intl
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12:20 - 17:45BKI  Kota Kinabalu-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
6h 25m1 stop Penang Intl
฿10,080Multiple Airlines
Sat 24 Oct - Mon 2 Nov
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08:25 - 18:35DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
9h 10m2 stops Krabi Kuala Lumpur Intl
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12:20 - 17:45BKI  Kota Kinabalu-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
6h 25m1 stop Penang Intl
฿10,246Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Thailand to Kota Kinabalu flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kota Kinabalu is the cheapest route at ฿7,618 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

A return flight to Kota Kinabalu costs ฿8,910 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Krabi average ฿6,455, while Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport runs a bit higher at ฿8,910.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu at ฿8,317 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Tuesday is the most expensive at ฿12,508.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

•October is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu with an average price of ฿6,919 return.
•July (฿14,238) and June (฿12,741) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Evening flights to Kota Kinabalu are the cheapest at ฿6,953 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at ฿11,344.

What is a good deal for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights under ฿7,384 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Kota Kinabalu at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Krabi ฿5,261
•Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport ฿7,384.

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Key details for flights to Kota Kinabalu

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

฿3,859
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kota Kinabalu

When to book flights to Kota Kinabalu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Kota Kinabalu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Kota Kinabalu, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Kota Kinabalu?

    แอร์เอเชีย operates the most flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu at 0 per week, while รอยัลบรูไนแอร์ไลน์ is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Thailand to Kota Kinabalu. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Kota Kinabalu?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu are from:
    • Bangkok, from ฿7,618 return

  • How do I know if a flight to Kota Kinabalu is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around ฿7,384 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

Your guide to booking Kota Kinabalu flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Kota Kinabalu, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around ฿7,384 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Kota Kinabalu in October. Return fares historically average ฿6,919 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to ฿4,391 per return. Afternoon flights to Kota Kinabalu average ฿6,953 compared to ฿11,344 for midday flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

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