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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu from $303

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu departing on 6/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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13:00 - 08:50
MEL
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BKI
21h 50m
1 stop
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12:15 - 11:45
BKI
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MEL
21h 30m
1 stop
$552Scoot
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep
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21:35 - 08:50
MEL
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BKI
13h 15m
1 stop
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14:35 - 11:45
BKI
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MEL
19h 10m
1 stop
$632Scoot
Tue, 18 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug
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13:00 - 08:50
MEL
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BKI
21h 50m
1 stop
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20:30 - 11:45
BKI
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MEL
13h 15m
1 stop
$643Scoot
Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep
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13:00 - 08:50
MEL
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BKI
21h 50m
1 stop
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23:20 - 22:35
BKI
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MEL
45h 15m
2 stops
$710Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep
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13:00 - 08:50
MEL
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BKI
21h 50m
1 stop
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10:20 - 11:45
BKI
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MEL
23h 25m
2 stops
$736Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep
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14:00 - 11:15
MEL
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BKI
24h 15m
1 stop
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23:05 - 07:25
BKI
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MEL
29h 20m
2 stops
$780Multiple Airlines
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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21:35 - 20:50
MEL
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BKI
25h 15m
2 stops
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12:15 - 11:45
BKI
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MEL
21h 30m
1 stop
$796Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug
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13:00 - 11:15
MEL
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BKI
24h 15m
1 stop
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09:50 - 20:20
BKI
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MEL
32h 30m
1 stop
$799Scoot
Mon, 13 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul
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13:00 - 11:15
MEL
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BKI
24h 15m
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16:30 - 20:20
BKI
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MEL
25h 50m
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$815Multiple Airlines
Mon, 13 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul
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13:00 - 19:45
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BKI
32h 45m
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12:15 - 12:45
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21h 30m
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$836Scoot
Thu, 24 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

Scoot flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Scoot deals on Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Scoot
1 Sept
MEL13:00Melbourne
21h 50m
1 stop
BKI08:50Kota Kinabalu
8 Sept
BKI12:15Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m
1 stop
MEL11:45Melbourne
$552
Scoot
18 Aug
MEL21:35Melbourne
13h 15m
1 stop
BKI08:50Kota Kinabalu
27 Aug
BKI14:35Kota Kinabalu
19h 10m
1 stop
MEL11:45Melbourne
$632
Scoot
1 Sept
MEL13:00Melbourne
21h 50m
1 stop
BKI08:50Kota Kinabalu
9 Sept
BKI20:30Kota Kinabalu
13h 15m
1 stop
MEL11:45Melbourne
$643

Malaysia Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
18 Oct
MEL00:30Melbourne
19h 30m
1 stop
BKI17:00Kota Kinabalu
22 Oct
BKI11:30Kota Kinabalu
16h 45m
1 stop
MEL07:15Melbourne
$894
Malaysia Airlines
24 Oct
MEL14:25Melbourne
13h 15m
1 stop
BKI00:40Kota Kinabalu
28 Oct
BKI14:40Kota Kinabalu
15h 45m
1 stop
MEL09:25Melbourne
$912
Malaysia Airlines
23 Oct
MEL00:30Melbourne
16h 45m
1 stop
BKI14:15Kota Kinabalu
28 Oct
BKI14:40Kota Kinabalu
15h 45m
1 stop
MEL09:25Melbourne
$916

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MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

13:00-08:50

1 stop21h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 8/9

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

$552
Fastest return journey

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

21:35-08:50

1 stop13h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 27/8

14:35-11:45

1 stop19h 10m

$632

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

13:00-08:50

1 stop21h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

20:30-11:45

1 stop13h 15m

$643

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

13:00-08:50

1 stop21h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

23:20-22:35

2 stops45h 15m

$710

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

13:00-08:50

1 stop21h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 8/9

10:20-11:45

2 stops23h 25m

$736

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

14:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 24/10

23:05-07:25

2 stops29h 20m

$780

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

21:35-20:50

2 stops25h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 27/8

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

$796

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

13:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/7

09:50-20:20

1 stop32h 30m

$799

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

13:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/7

16:30-20:20

2 stops25h 50m

$815

MelbourneKota Kinabalu

MEL - BKI

MELBKI

Melbourne

Thu 24/9

13:00-19:45

1 stop32h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/10

12:15-12:45

1 stop21h 30m

$836

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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 October, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $551.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 $765 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 $488 on momondo.

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

As of May 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights are approximately 39% 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Fastest flight time

13h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu takes 13h 15m
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 13h 15m, 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Kota Kinabalu with momondo
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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
ScootPriceFrom $407Free cancellationRating
6.7
325 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $578Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $674Free cancellationRating
7.4
309 reviews
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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne with this policy.

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