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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu from $409

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14:00 - 19:45MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
32h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
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20:45 - 21:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
21h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
$565Scoot
Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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22:35 - 11:15MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
15h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
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20:30 - 21:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
21h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$611Scoot
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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22:35 - 11:15MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
15h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
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20:30 - 21:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
21h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$624Scoot
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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22:35 - 16:05MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
20h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Kuching
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09:50 - 21:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
32h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$754Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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14:00 - 07:25MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
20h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Kuching
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20:00 - 21:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
22h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
$759Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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22:35 - 08:50MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
13h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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06:00 - 00:15BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
15h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$854Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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12:30 - 08:10MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 40m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
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20:30 - 05:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
31h 00m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
$1,044Royal Brunei Airlines
Thu, 24 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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12:30 - 20:10MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
9h 40m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
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21:00 - 06:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
30h 30m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
$1,075Royal Brunei Airlines
Sun, 27 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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19:55 - 12:20MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
19h 25m2 stops Perth Kuala Lumpur Intl
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14:40 - 07:15BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
13h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,334Malaysia Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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19:55 - 23:40MEL  Melbourne-BKI Kota Kinabalu
30h 45m2 stops Perth Kuala Lumpur Intl
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13:05 - 23:50BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MEL Melbourne
31h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Perth
$1,337Malaysia Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

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Scoot flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

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16 Oct
MEL14:00Melbourne
32h 45m
1 stop
BKI19:45Kota Kinabalu
23 Oct
BKI20:45Kota Kinabalu
21h 35m
1 stop
MEL21:20Melbourne
$565
Scoot
12 Oct
MEL22:35Melbourne
15h 40m
1 stop
BKI11:15Kota Kinabalu
19 Oct
BKI20:30Kota Kinabalu
21h 50m
1 stop
MEL21:20Melbourne
$611
Scoot
12 Oct
MEL22:35Melbourne
15h 40m
1 stop
BKI11:15Kota Kinabalu
19 Oct
BKI20:30Kota Kinabalu
21h 50m
1 stop
MEL21:20Melbourne
$624

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
26 Oct
MEL08:40Melbourne
18h 55m
1 stop
BKI00:35Kota Kinabalu
27 Oct
BKI01:30Kota Kinabalu
18h 35m
1 stop
MEL23:05Melbourne
$1,140
Cathay Pacific
26 Oct
MEL08:40Melbourne
18h 55m
1 stop
BKI00:35Kota Kinabalu
27 Oct
BKI01:30Kota Kinabalu
18h 35m
1 stop
MEL23:05Melbourne
$1,143
Cathay Pacific
26 Oct
MEL08:40Melbourne
18h 55m
1 stop
BKI00:35Kota Kinabalu
27 Oct
BKI01:30Kota Kinabalu
18h 35m
1 stop
MEL23:05Melbourne
$1,146

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MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

14:00-19:45

1 stop32h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/10

20:45-21:20

1 stop21h 35m

$565

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

22:35-11:15

1 stop15h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/10

20:30-21:20

1 stop21h 50m

$611

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

22:35-11:15

1 stop15h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/10

20:30-21:20

1 stop21h 50m

$624

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

22:35-16:05

2 stops20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/10

09:50-21:20

1 stop32h 30m

$754

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

14:00-07:25

2 stops20h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 30/10

20:00-21:20

1 stop22h 20m

$759
Fastest return journey

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

22:35-08:50

1 stop13h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 20/10

06:00-00:15

1 stop15h 15m

$854

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Thu 24/9

12:30-08:10

1 stop21h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 1/10

20:30-05:30

1 stop31h 00m

$1,044

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 27/9

12:30-20:10

1 stop9h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/10

21:00-06:30

1 stop30h 30m

$1,075

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

19:55-12:20

2 stops19h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 28/10

14:40-07:15

1 stop13h 35m

$1,334

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL Melbourne - BKI Kota Kinabalu

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

19:55-23:40

2 stops30h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 28/10

13:05-23:50

2 stops31h 45m

$1,337

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Kota Kinabalu?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $772 to $802.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $575.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

If you are unable to visit Kota Kinabalu during the month of November, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $701.

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

As of August 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights are approximately 32% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

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Best price found

$409

Fastest flight time

9h 40m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $409. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $565.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu takes 9h 40m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

  • 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 40m, 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.

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  • 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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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
ScootPriceFrom $432Free cancellationRating
6.7
331 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $576Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $721Free cancellationRating
7.3
317 reviews
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