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Cheap flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu from $392

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12:50 - 11:15SYD-BKI
24h 25m1 stop
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20:25 - 19:30BKI-SYD
21h 05m1 stop
$484Scoot
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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
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12:50 - 11:15SYD-BKI
24h 25m1 stop
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01:45 - 09:45BKI-SYD
30h 00m1 stop
$642
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Mon, 8 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
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12:50 - 11:15SYD-BKI
24h 25m1 stop
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01:45 - 11:35BKI-SYD
31h 50m3 stops
$682
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Mon, 8 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
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12:50 - 11:15SYD-BKI
24h 25m1 stop
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11:25 - 20:00BKI-SYD
30h 35m2 stops
$691
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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
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12:50 - 18:55SYD-BKI
32h 05m3 stops
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20:25 - 19:30BKI-SYD
21h 05m1 stop
$696
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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
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12:50 - 11:10SYD-BKI
24h 20m2 stops
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01:45 - 09:45BKI-SYD
30h 00m1 stop
$728
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Mon, 8 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
Scoot Logo
20:05 - 11:05SYD-BKI
18h 00m1 stop
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20:00 - 13:05BKI-SYD
14h 05m1 stop
$1,503Scoot
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Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan
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20:30 - 00:30SYD-BKI
30h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
01:30 - 09:00BKI-SYD
29h 30m1 stop
$2,515China Eastern
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Fri, 19 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep
China Southern Logo
06:25 - 02:30SYD-BKI
22h 05m2 stops
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01:45 - 17:25BKI-SYD
36h 40m2 stops
$3,575China Southern
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Wed, 1 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct
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06:25 - 02:30SYD-BKI
22h 05m2 stops
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01:45 - 17:50BKI-SYD
61h 05m2 stops
$3,772China Southern
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Wed, 1 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct

Scoot flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Scoot deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Scoot
8 Sept
SYD12:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 25m
1 stop
BKI11:15Kota Kinabalu
17 Sept
BKI20:25Kota Kinabalu
21h 05m
1 stop
SYD19:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$484
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Scoot
20 Aug
SYD12:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 25m
1 stop
BKI11:15Kota Kinabalu
24 Aug
BKI12:15Kota Kinabalu
29h 15m
1 stop
SYD19:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$716
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Scoot
20 Aug
SYD12:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 25m
1 stop
BKI11:15Kota Kinabalu
24 Aug
BKI12:15Kota Kinabalu
29h 15m
1 stop
SYD19:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$720
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China Southern flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Southern deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
China Southern
20 Aug
SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 25m
2 stops
BKI02:30Kota Kinabalu
23 Aug
BKI03:30Kota Kinabalu
13h 55m
1 stop
SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,956
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China Southern
20 Aug
SYD12:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 25m
2 stops
BKI02:30Kota Kinabalu
23 Aug
BKI03:30Kota Kinabalu
28h 55m
2 stops
SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,024
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China Southern
20 Aug
SYD15:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
53h 20m
2 stops
BKI18:20Kota Kinabalu
23 Aug
BKI03:30Kota Kinabalu
38h 20m
2 stops
SYD19:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,193
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SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

12:50-11:15

1 stop24h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 17/9

20:25-19:30

1 stop21h 05m

$484

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

12:50-11:15

1 stop24h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/9

01:45-09:45

1 stop30h 00m

$642

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

12:50-11:15

1 stop24h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/9

01:45-11:35

3 stops31h 50m

$682

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

12:50-11:15

1 stop24h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 17/9

11:25-20:00

2 stops30h 35m

$691

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

12:50-18:55

3 stops32h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 17/9

20:25-19:30

1 stop21h 05m

$696

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/9

12:50-11:10

2 stops24h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/9

01:45-09:45

1 stop30h 00m

$728

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/12

20:05-11:05

1 stop18h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/1

20:00-13:05

1 stop14h 05m

$1,503

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 19/9

20:30-00:30

1 stop30h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 29/9

01:30-09:00

1 stop29h 30m

$2,515

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/10

06:25-02:30

2 stops22h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/10

01:45-17:25

2 stops36h 40m

$3,575

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/10

06:25-02:30

2 stops22h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/10

01:45-17:50

2 stops61h 05m

$3,772

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

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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 February, then departing from Sydney during the month May 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 $862. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,010.

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 $947. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,140. 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 $935 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 $723 on momondo.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flights are approximately 18% 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

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

Best price found

$392

Fastest flight time

15h 25m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Kota Kinabalu

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $392. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $484.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu takes 15h 25m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport - Kota Kinabalu Airport.
There is 1 airport near Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
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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 15h 25m, 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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ScootPriceFrom $478Free cancellationRating
6.7
308 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $746Free cancellationRating
7.4
274 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $952Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,347 reviews
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