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Cheap flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu from $486

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13:35 - 11:05SYD-BKI
24h 30m1 stop
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20:00 - 12:20BKI-SYD
13h 20m1 stop
$486Scoot
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Mon, 2 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
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13:35 - 19:00SYD-BKI
32h 25m1 stop
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20:00 - 18:50BKI-SYD
19h 50m1 stop
$488Scoot
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Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar
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20:05 - 19:00SYD-BKI
25h 55m1 stop
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20:00 - 18:50BKI-SYD
19h 50m1 stop
$489Scoot
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Thu, 5 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar
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20:05 - 19:00SYD-BKI
25h 55m1 stop
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20:00 - 12:20BKI-SYD
13h 20m1 stop
$491Scoot
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Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
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20:05 - 11:05SYD-BKI
18h 00m1 stop
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20:00 - 12:20BKI-SYD
13h 20m1 stop
$500Scoot
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Sun, 1 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
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20:05 - 19:00SYD-BKI
25h 55m1 stop
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20:00 - 12:20BKI-SYD
13h 20m1 stop
$528Scoot
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Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
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20:05 - 11:05SYD-BKI
18h 00m1 stop
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18:55 - 09:15BKI-SYD
35h 20m2 stops
$615Multiple Airlines
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Mon, 2 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
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13:35 - 19:00SYD-BKI
32h 25m1 stop
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20:00 - 12:20BKI-SYD
13h 20m1 stop
$635Scoot
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Thu, 19 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
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20:05 - 11:05SYD-BKI
18h 00m1 stop
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07:15 - 18:50BKI-SYD
32h 35m2 stops
$652Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 1 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
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20:05 - 19:00SYD-BKI
25h 55m1 stop
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18:55 - 09:15BKI-SYD
35h 20m2 stops
$660Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 5 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

Scoot flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Scoot deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Scoot
16 Jan
SYD13:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 30m
1 stop
BKI11:05Kota Kinabalu
19 Jan
BKI11:50Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m
1 stop
SYD12:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$974
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Scoot
13 Jan
SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 55m
1 stop
BKI19:00Kota Kinabalu
18 Jan
BKI20:00Kota Kinabalu
19h 50m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,180
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Scoot
5 Jan
SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 00m
1 stop
BKI11:05Kota Kinabalu
12 Jan
BKI11:50Kota Kinabalu
28h 00m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,276
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Cathay Pacific flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
16 Jan
SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
36h 15m
1 stop
BKI00:30Kota Kinabalu
18 Jan
BKI01:30Kota Kinabalu
16h 20m
1 stop
SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,421
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Cathay Pacific
6 Jan
SYD11:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 25m
1 stop
BKI00:30Kota Kinabalu
12 Jan
BKI01:30Kota Kinabalu
16h 20m
1 stop
SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,019
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Cathay Pacific
6 Jan
SYD11:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 25m
1 stop
BKI00:30Kota Kinabalu
12 Jan
BKI01:30Kota Kinabalu
16h 20m
1 stop
SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,161
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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 23 November 2025.
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SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

13:35-11:05

1 stop24h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 11/3

20:00-12:20

1 stop13h 20m

$486

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

13:35-19:00

1 stop32h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 13/3

20:00-18:50

1 stop19h 50m

$488

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

20:05-19:00

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 13/3

20:00-18:50

1 stop19h 50m

$489

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

20:05-19:00

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 11/3

20:00-12:20

1 stop13h 20m

$491

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

20:05-11:05

1 stop18h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 14/3

20:00-12:20

1 stop13h 20m

$500

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

20:05-19:00

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/3

20:00-12:20

1 stop13h 20m

$528

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

20:05-11:05

1 stop18h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 11/3

18:55-09:15

2 stops35h 20m

$615

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

13:35-19:00

1 stop32h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/3

20:00-12:20

1 stop13h 20m

$635

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

20:05-11:05

1 stop18h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 14/3

07:15-18:50

2 stops32h 35m

$652

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

20:05-19:00

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 13/3

18:55-09:15

2 stops35h 20m

$660

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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 $768.

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 $869. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,019.

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 $955. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,150. 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 $917 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 $502 on momondo.

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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 $482Free cancellationRating
6.7
311 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $745Free cancellationRating
7.3
281 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $960Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,407 reviews
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