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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu from $384

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01:00 - 18:30MEL-BKI
20h 30m2 stops
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20:00 - 21:20BKI-MEL
22h 20m1 stop
$744Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 2 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Scoot Logo
22:05 - 11:05MEL-BKI
16h 00m1 stop
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20:00 - 21:20BKI-MEL
22h 20m1 stop
$745Scoot
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
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07:45 - 09:35MEL-BKI
28h 50m2 stops
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20:00 - 21:20BKI-MEL
22h 20m1 stop
$761Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:30 - 18:20MEL-BKI
20h 50m1 stop
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22:00 - 09:25BKI-MEL
32h 25m1 stop
$927Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, 1 Mar - Fri, 6 Mar
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00:30 - 17:05MEL-BKI
19h 35m1 stop
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22:00 - 09:25BKI-MEL
32h 25m1 stop
$932Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, 1 Mar - Fri, 6 Mar
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15:35 - 00:30MEL-BKI
35h 55m1 stop
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01:30 - 23:00BKI-MEL
18h 30m1 stop
$1,001Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 2 Mar - Thu, 5 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:40 - 00:30MEL-BKI
18h 50m1 stop
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01:30 - 23:00BKI-MEL
18h 30m1 stop
$1,007Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 2 Mar - Thu, 5 Mar
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12:25 - 18:00MEL-BKI
32h 35m2 stops
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19:00 - 10:25BKI-MEL
36h 25m2 stops
$1,238XiamenAir
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Mon, 2 Mar - Fri, 6 Mar
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12:25 - 18:00MEL-BKI
32h 35m2 stops
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19:00 - 10:25BKI-MEL
36h 25m2 stops
$1,269XiamenAir
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Mon, 2 Mar - Fri, 6 Mar
Scoot Logo
22:05 - 11:05MEL-BKI
16h 00m1 stop
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20:00 - 11:55BKI-MEL
12h 55m1 stop
$1,594Scoot
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Fri, 19 Dec - Fri, 26 Dec

XiamenAir flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Our best XiamenAir deals on Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
XiamenAir
2 Mar
MEL12:25Melbourne
32h 35m
2 stops
BKI18:00Kota Kinabalu
6 Mar
BKI19:00Kota Kinabalu
36h 25m
2 stops
MEL10:25Melbourne
$1,238
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XiamenAir
2 Mar
MEL12:25Melbourne
32h 35m
2 stops
BKI18:00Kota Kinabalu
6 Mar
BKI19:00Kota Kinabalu
36h 25m
2 stops
MEL10:25Melbourne
$1,269
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

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Malaysia Airlines
1 Mar
MEL00:30Melbourne
20h 50m
1 stop
BKI18:20Kota Kinabalu
6 Mar
BKI22:00Kota Kinabalu
32h 25m
1 stop
MEL09:25Melbourne
$927
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Malaysia Airlines
1 Mar
MEL00:30Melbourne
19h 35m
1 stop
BKI17:05Kota Kinabalu
6 Mar
BKI22:00Kota Kinabalu
32h 25m
1 stop
MEL09:25Melbourne
$932
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Malaysia Airlines
1 Mar
MEL00:30Melbourne
19h 35m
1 stop
BKI17:05Kota Kinabalu
6 Mar
BKI20:50Kota Kinabalu
31h 25m
1 stop
MEL07:15Melbourne
$958
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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 6 November 2025.
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MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

01:00-18:30

2 stops20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 10/12

20:00-21:20

1 stop22h 20m

$744

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

22:05-11:05

1 stop16h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 10/12

20:00-21:20

1 stop22h 20m

$745

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

07:45-09:35

2 stops28h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 10/12

20:00-21:20

1 stop22h 20m

$761

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

00:30-18:20

1 stop20h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/3

22:00-09:25

1 stop32h 25m

$927

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

00:30-17:05

1 stop19h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/3

22:00-09:25

1 stop32h 25m

$932

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

15:35-00:30

1 stop35h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/3

01:30-23:00

1 stop18h 30m

$1,001

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

08:40-00:30

1 stop18h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/3

01:30-23:00

1 stop18h 30m

$1,007

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

12:25-18:00

2 stops32h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/3

19:00-10:25

2 stops36h 25m

$1,238

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

12:25-18:00

2 stops32h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/3

19:00-10:25

2 stops36h 25m

$1,269

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Fri 19/12

22:05-11:05

1 stop16h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 26/12

20:00-11:55

1 stop12h 55m

$1,594

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

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

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 October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $736.

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 $787. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $973.

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 $807. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,292. 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 $857 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 $696 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 33% 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 November 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights are approximately 1% 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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  • 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 12h 30m, 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 $435Free cancellationRating
6.7
309 reviews
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Batik AirPriceFrom $537Free cancellationRating
5.8
74 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $642Free cancellationRating
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $718Free cancellationRating
7.3
279 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,015Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,393 reviews
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