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Cheap flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu Starting at PHP 2,523

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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Fri, Feb 14|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 2,523PHP 13,640
        82% OFF
        82% OFF
        PHP 13,640PHP 2,523

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Fri, Feb 14, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 2,523 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Mon, Mar 24|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 3,250PHP 13,640
        76% OFF
        76% OFF
        PHP 13,640PHP 3,250

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Mon, Mar 24, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 3,250 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Sun, Mar 9|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 3,377PHP 13,640
        75% OFF
        75% OFF
        PHP 13,640PHP 3,377

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Sun, Mar 9, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 3,377 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Fri, Mar 14|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 3,417
        PHP 3,417

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Fri, Mar 14, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 3,417 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Wed, Mar 5|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 3,481
        PHP 3,481

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Wed, Mar 5, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 3,481 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Mon, Mar 10|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 3,481
        PHP 3,481

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Mon, Mar 10, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 3,481 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Fri, Mar 7|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 3,481
        PHP 3,481

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Fri, Mar 7, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 3,481 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Wed, Feb 26|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 4,263
        PHP 4,263

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Wed, Feb 26, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 4,263 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Sun, Feb 23|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 4,263
        PHP 4,263

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Sun, Feb 23, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 4,263 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL04:15 pm
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BKI06:30 pm
        Fri, Feb 21|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
        PHP 4,862
        PHP 4,862

        Choose Philippines AirAsia flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Fri, Feb 21, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from PHP 4,862 including taxes and charges.

      • MNL01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        BKI02:00 pm
        Thu, Feb 20|Manila - Kota Kinabalu|Philippines AirAsia
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Manila to Kota Kinabalu Flight Time

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Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. Z2501

    Philippines AirAsia

    04:15 pm

    MNL

    2.3h

    Nonstop

    06:30 pm

    BKI

    S-T-T-S
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  2. TR397

    Scoot

    06:55 am

    MNL

    3.6h

    10:30 am

    SIN

    SMTWTFS
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  3. TR490

    Scoot

    09:00 am

    SIN

    2.5h

    11:30 am

    BKI

    SM-W-F-

  4. TR397

    Scoot

    06:55 am

    MNL

    3.6h

    10:30 am

    SIN

    SMTWTFS
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  5. TR492

    Scoot

    04:45 pm

    SIN

    2.4h

    07:10 pm

    BKI

    --T-T-S

  6. TR391

    Scoot

    07:30 pm

    MNL

    4.0h

    11:30 pm

    SIN

    SMTWTFS
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  7. TR492

    Scoot

    04:45 pm

    SIN

    2.4h

    07:10 pm

    BKI

    --T-T-S

  8. TR391

    Scoot

    07:30 pm

    MNL

    4.0h

    11:30 pm

    SIN

    SMTWTFS
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  9. TR490

    Scoot

    09:00 am

    SIN

    2.5h

    11:30 am

    BKI

    SM-W-F-

  10. 5J501

    Cebu Pacific

    08:05 pm

    MNL

    4.1h

    12:10 am

    KUL

    SMTWTFS
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  11. AK5110

    AirAsia

    08:35 am

    KUL

    2.7h

    11:15 am

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around PHP 18,514.

  • How long does it take to fly from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 2 hours 15 minutes to fly from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Kota Kinabalu?

    • The distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to downtown is about 7 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    Airlines with flights from Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI): Philippines AirAsia.

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Flight Info | Manila to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest nonstop flight pricePHP 2,522
Cheapest round-trip ticket pricePHP 4,646
Off-season for travelJanuary
Peak season for travelMay
Flight distance1,097.5 km
Average flight time2 hours 15 minutes
Popular airlineChina Southern Airlines

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