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Cheap flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu from $576

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20:05 - 11:05SYD-BKI
18h 00m1 stop
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11:50 - 13:05BKI-SYD
22h 15m1 stop
$576Scoot
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Fri, 21 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
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07:15 - 08:40SYD-BKI
28h 25m2 stops
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11:45 - 08:05BKI-SYD
17h 20m1 stop
$723Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 21 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
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07:15 - 21:30SYD-BKI
17h 15m2 stops
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22:40 - 13:05BKI-SYD
35h 25m2 stops
$790Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 21 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
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20:05 - 11:05SYD-BKI
18h 00m1 stop
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01:30 - 11:00BKI-SYD
30h 30m3 stops
$914Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
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19:10 - 11:05SYD-BKI
18h 55m1 stop
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14:40 - 07:40BKI-SYD
14h 00m2 stops
$1,528Singapore Airlines
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Mon, 23 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar
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19:10 - 11:05SYD-BKI
18h 55m1 stop
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14:40 - 07:40BKI-SYD
14h 00m2 stops
$1,530Singapore Airlines
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Mon, 23 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar
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12:10 - 00:55SYD-BKI
15h 45m1 stop
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16:05 - 10:20BKI-SYD
15h 15m1 stop
$1,743Malaysia Airlines
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Fri, 19 Dec - Fri, 26 Dec
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12:10 - 23:40SYD-BKI
14h 30m1 stop
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19:05 - 10:20BKI-SYD
12h 15m1 stop
$1,759Malaysia Airlines
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Fri, 19 Dec - Fri, 26 Dec
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15:15 - 18:00SYD-BKI
29h 45m1 stop
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01:45 - 13:35BKI-SYD
32h 50m1 stop
$2,187China Southern
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Fri, 19 Dec - Thu, 25 Dec
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19:30 - 11:10SYD-BKI
18h 40m2 stops
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14:40 - 10:25BKI-SYD
16h 45m2 stops
$2,237Qantas Airways
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Singapore Airlines flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
23 Mar
SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 55m
1 stop
BKI11:05Kota Kinabalu
24 Mar
BKI14:40Kota Kinabalu
14h 00m
2 stops
SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,528
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Singapore Airlines
23 Mar
SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 55m
1 stop
BKI11:05Kota Kinabalu
24 Mar
BKI14:40Kota Kinabalu
14h 00m
2 stops
SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,530
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
19 Dec
SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 45m
1 stop
BKI00:55Kota Kinabalu
26 Dec
BKI16:05Kota Kinabalu
15h 15m
1 stop
SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,743
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Malaysia Airlines
19 Dec
SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 30m
1 stop
BKI23:40Kota Kinabalu
26 Dec
BKI19:05Kota Kinabalu
12h 15m
1 stop
SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,759
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Malaysia Airlines
19 Dec
SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 45m
1 stop
BKI00:55Kota Kinabalu
26 Dec
BKI11:55Kota Kinabalu
19h 25m
1 stop
SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,916
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SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

20:05-11:05

1 stop18h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 6/12

11:50-13:05

1 stop22h 15m

$576

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

07:15-08:40

2 stops28h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 6/12

11:45-08:05

1 stop17h 20m

$723

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

07:15-21:30

2 stops17h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 6/12

22:40-13:05

2 stops35h 25m

$790

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

20:05-11:05

1 stop18h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/12

01:30-11:00

3 stops30h 30m

$914

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

19:10-11:05

1 stop18h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 24/3

14:40-07:40

2 stops14h 00m

$1,528

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

19:10-11:05

1 stop18h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 24/3

14:40-07:40

2 stops14h 00m

$1,530

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/12

12:10-00:55

1 stop15h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 26/12

16:05-10:20

1 stop15h 15m

$1,743

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/12

12:10-23:40

1 stop14h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 26/12

19:05-10:20

1 stop12h 15m

$1,759

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/12

15:15-18:00

1 stop29h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 25/12

01:45-13:35

1 stop32h 50m

$2,187

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

19:30-11:10

2 stops18h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 24/3

14:40-10:25

2 stops16h 45m

$2,237

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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 May, then departing from Sydney during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $762.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $857. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,005.

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 evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $943. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,135. 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 Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kota Kinabalu for around $936 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 Sydney for as low as $530 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flights are approximately 107% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

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

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  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Kota Kinabalu by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Kota Kinabalu is 5765.3 km. Flights usually cover this in 13h 40m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney to Kota Kinabalu?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu with momondo
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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
ScootPriceFrom $475Free cancellationRating
6.7
309 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $735Free cancellationRating
7.3
278 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $947Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,391 reviews
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