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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu from $259

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22:30 - 19:25MEL-BKI
23h 55m1 stop
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11:50 - 20:10BKI-MEL
29h 20m1 stop
$509Scoot
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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22:30 - 19:25MEL-BKI
23h 55m1 stop
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11:50 - 20:10BKI-MEL
29h 20m1 stop
$512Scoot
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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22:30 - 19:25MEL-BKI
23h 55m1 stop
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11:45 - 20:10BKI-MEL
29h 25m2 stops
$622
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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22:30 - 19:25MEL-BKI
23h 55m1 stop
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22:00 - 23:35BKI-MEL
22h 35m2 stops
$630
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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22:30 - 19:25MEL-BKI
23h 55m1 stop
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07:20 - 23:35BKI-MEL
37h 15m3 stops
$649
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
Malaysia Airlines Logo
08:45 - 11:10MEL-BKI
29h 25m1 stop
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11:55 - 07:15BKI-MEL
16h 20m1 stop
$829Malaysia Airlines
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Mon, 2 Mar - Fri, 6 Mar
Malaysia Airlines Logo
08:45 - 21:10MEL-BKI
15h 25m1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
14:40 - 07:15BKI-MEL
13h 35m1 stop
$832Malaysia Airlines
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Mon, 2 Mar - Fri, 6 Mar
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
12:30 - 19:40MEL-BKI
9h 10m1 stop
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
16:35 - 05:30BKI-MEL
10h 55m1 stop
$919Royal Brunei Airlines
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Thu, 25 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct
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00:45 - 00:30MEL-BKI
26h 45m1 stop
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01:30 - 23:00BKI-MEL
18h 30m1 stop
$1,084Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 1 Mar - Thu, 5 Mar
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00:45 - 00:30MEL-BKI
26h 45m1 stop
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01:30 - 07:10BKI-MEL
26h 40m1 stop
$1,152Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 1 Mar - Thu, 5 Mar

Scoot flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Scoot deals on Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Scoot
21 Oct
MEL22:30Melbourne
23h 55m
1 stop
BKI19:25Kota Kinabalu
28 Oct
BKI11:50Kota Kinabalu
29h 20m
1 stop
MEL20:10Melbourne
$509
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21 Oct
MEL22:30Melbourne
23h 55m
1 stop
BKI19:25Kota Kinabalu
28 Oct
BKI11:50Kota Kinabalu
29h 20m
1 stop
MEL20:10Melbourne
$512
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22 Oct
MEL14:00Melbourne
24h 15m
1 stop
BKI11:15Kota Kinabalu
29 Oct
BKI20:00Kota Kinabalu
22h 20m
1 stop
MEL21:20Melbourne
$1,126
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China Eastern flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

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China Eastern
21 Oct
MEL18:30Melbourne
57h 00m
2 stops
BKI00:30Kota Kinabalu
27 Oct
BKI01:30Kota Kinabalu
29h 30m
1 stop
MEL10:00Melbourne
$2,460
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China Eastern
21 Oct
MEL18:30Melbourne
57h 00m
2 stops
BKI00:30Kota Kinabalu
27 Oct
BKI01:30Kota Kinabalu
54h 30m
2 stops
MEL11:00Melbourne
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 8 September 2025.
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MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

22:30-19:25

1 stop23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/10

11:50-20:10

1 stop29h 20m

$509

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

22:30-19:25

1 stop23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/10

11:50-20:10

1 stop29h 20m

$512

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

22:30-19:25

1 stop23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/10

11:45-20:10

2 stops29h 25m

$622

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

22:30-19:25

1 stop23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/10

22:00-23:35

2 stops22h 35m

$630

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

22:30-19:25

1 stop23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/10

07:20-23:35

3 stops37h 15m

$649

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

08:45-11:10

1 stop29h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/3

11:55-07:15

1 stop16h 20m

$829

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

08:45-21:10

1 stop15h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/3

14:40-07:15

1 stop13h 35m

$832

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

12:30-19:40

1 stop9h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 2/10

16:35-05:30

1 stop10h 55m

$919

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

00:45-00:30

1 stop26h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/3

01:30-23:00

1 stop18h 30m

$1,084

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

00:45-00:30

1 stop26h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/3

01:30-07:10

1 stop26h 40m

$1,152

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

If you are unable to visit Kota Kinabalu during the month of August, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $733.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $779. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $963.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $799. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,279. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kota Kinabalu for around $852 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne Airport for as low as $663 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights?

You could potentially save up to 38% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu (MEL to BKI) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu by plane?

    The distance between Melbourne and Kota Kinabalu is about 5690.2 km. Flights usually cover this in 9h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Kota Kinabalu Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

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ScootPriceFrom $443Free cancellationRating
6.7
308 reviews
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Batik AirPriceFrom $551Free cancellationRating
5.9
73 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $648Free cancellationRating
5.7
7 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $712Free cancellationRating
7.3
278 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,005Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,362 reviews
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne with this policy.

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Once you have performed a search for Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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