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Cheap flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu from $317

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20:05 - 11:05
SYD
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BKI
18h 00m
1 stop
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20:00 - 20:20
BKI
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SYD
21h 20m
1 stop
$481Scoot
Sun, 8 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar
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20:35 - 11:15
SYD
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BKI
16h 40m
1 stop
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12:15 - 11:45
BKI
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SYD
21h 30m
1 stop
$483Scoot
Fri, 24 Apr - Sun, 10 May
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13:35 - 11:05
SYD
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BKI
24h 30m
1 stop
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20:30 - 19:20
BKI
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SYD
20h 50m
1 stop
$487Scoot
Sun, 8 Mar - Sat, 11 Apr
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20:05 - 19:00
SYD
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BKI
25h 55m
1 stop
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20:00 - 12:45
BKI
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SYD
13h 45m
1 stop
$490Scoot
Sat, 21 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar
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20:05 - 19:00
SYD
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BKI
25h 55m
1 stop
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20:00 - 12:45
BKI
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SYD
13h 45m
1 stop
$491Scoot
Sat, 21 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar
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13:35 - 11:05
SYD
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BKI
24h 30m
1 stop
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20:00 - 12:20
BKI
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SYD
13h 20m
1 stop
$496Scoot
Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
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20:05 - 19:00
SYD
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BKI
25h 55m
1 stop
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20:30 - 12:45
BKI
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SYD
13h 15m
1 stop
$497Scoot
Mon, 23 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
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20:35 - 11:15
SYD
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BKI
16h 40m
1 stop
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12:15 - 11:45
BKI
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SYD
21h 30m
1 stop
$510Scoot
Sat, 9 May - Sun, 17 May
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13:35 - 19:00
SYD
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BKI
32h 25m
1 stop
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12:15 - 19:20
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SYD
29h 05m
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$527Scoot
Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr
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20:35 - 19:30
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BKI
24h 55m
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09:45 - 11:45
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SYD
24h 00m
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$605Scoot
Fri, 10 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr

Scoot flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Scoot deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Scoot
8 Mar
SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 00m
1 stop
BKI11:05Kota Kinabalu
28 Mar
BKI20:00Kota Kinabalu
21h 20m
1 stop
SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$481
Scoot
24 Apr
SYD20:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 40m
1 stop
BKI11:15Kota Kinabalu
10 May
BKI12:15Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m
1 stop
SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$483
Scoot
8 Mar
SYD13:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 30m
1 stop
BKI11:05Kota Kinabalu
11 Apr
BKI20:30Kota Kinabalu
20h 50m
1 stop
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$487

Batik Air flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Batik Air deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Batik Air
13 Mar
SYD07:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 00m
2 stops
BKI22:15Kota Kinabalu
12 Apr
BKI07:15Kota Kinabalu
20h 50m
3 stops
SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$822
Batik Air
17 May
SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 10m
2 stops
BKI22:15Kota Kinabalu
20 May
BKI07:05Kota Kinabalu
21h 00m
2 stops
SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
$917
Batik Air
8 Mar
SYD07:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 20m
3 stops
BKI21:35Kota Kinabalu
28 Mar
BKI12:00Kota Kinabalu
15h 15m
2 stops
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
$918

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 February 2026.
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SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

20:05-11:05

1 stop18h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 28/3

20:00-20:20

1 stop21h 20m

$481

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/4

20:35-11:15

1 stop16h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/5

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

$483

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

13:35-11:05

1 stop24h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/4

20:30-19:20

1 stop20h 50m

$487

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/3

20:05-19:00

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 28/3

20:00-12:45

1 stop13h 45m

$490

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/3

20:05-19:00

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 28/3

20:00-12:45

1 stop13h 45m

$491

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

13:35-11:05

1 stop24h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 18/3

20:00-12:20

1 stop13h 20m

$496

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/3

20:05-19:00

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 30/3

20:30-12:45

1 stop13h 15m

$497

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/5

20:35-11:15

1 stop16h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 17/5

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

$510

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

13:35-19:00

1 stop32h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 12/4

12:15-19:20

1 stop29h 05m

$527

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

20:35-19:30

1 stop24h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 13/4

09:45-11:45

1 stop24h 00m

$605

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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 November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $627.

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 $808 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 $447 on momondo.

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When to book flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheap Sydney to Kota Kinabalu (SYD to BKI) flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time

13h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu takes 13h 20m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu.
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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 20m, 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

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
ScootPriceFrom $446Free cancellationRating
6.7
317 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $688Free cancellationRating
7.3
293 reviews
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