Cheap flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu from $311

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20:05 - 19:00SYD-BKI
25h 55m1 stop
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20:00 - 12:20BKI-SYD
13h 20m1 stop
$484Scoot
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Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
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20:45 - 19:10SYD-BKI
24h 25m1 stop
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12:15 - 11:35BKI-SYD
21h 20m1 stop
$530Scoot
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Tue, 26 May - Tue, 9 Jun
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20:50 - 19:10SYD-BKI
24h 20m1 stop
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12:15 - 11:45BKI-SYD
21h 30m1 stop
$533Scoot
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Tue, 26 May - Tue, 9 Jun
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13:35 - 19:00SYD-BKI
32h 25m1 stop
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20:00 - 18:50BKI-SYD
19h 50m1 stop
$626Scoot
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Thu, 19 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
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13:35 - 08:40SYD-BKI
22h 05m2 stops
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20:00 - 12:20BKI-SYD
13h 20m1 stop
$657Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
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12:50 - 19:10SYD-BKI
32h 20m1 stop
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11:45 - 19:30BKI-SYD
29h 45m2 stops
$688Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 26 May - Tue, 9 Jun
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13:35 - 10:30SYD-BKI
23h 55m2 stops
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16:55 - 12:20BKI-SYD
16h 25m2 stops
$689Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
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20:50 - 19:10SYD-BKI
24h 20m1 stop
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11:45 - 19:35BKI-SYD
29h 50m2 stops
$692Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 26 May - Tue, 9 Jun
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20:05 - 19:35SYD-BKI
26h 30m3 stops
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20:00 - 18:50BKI-SYD
19h 50m1 stop
$726Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 19 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
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20:05 - 20:20SYD-BKI
27h 15m2 stops
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20:00 - 12:20BKI-SYD
13h 20m1 stop
$735Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 19 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar

Scoot flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Scoot deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Scoot
3 Mar
SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 55m
1 stop
BKI19:00Kota Kinabalu
11 Mar
BKI20:00Kota Kinabalu
13h 20m
1 stop
SYD12:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
Scoot
3 Mar
SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 55m
1 stop
BKI19:00Kota Kinabalu
11 Mar
BKI20:00Kota Kinabalu
13h 20m
1 stop
SYD12:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
Scoot
26 May
SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 25m
1 stop
BKI19:10Kota Kinabalu
9 June
BKI12:15Kota Kinabalu
21h 20m
1 stop
SYD11:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
3 May
SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
12h 35m
1 stop
BKI23:40Kota Kinabalu
7 May
BKI05:20Kota Kinabalu
12h 15m
1 stop
SYD19:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
Malaysia Airlines
3 May
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 35m
1 stop
BKI10:45Kota Kinabalu
7 May
BKI12:40Kota Kinabalu
15h 45m
1 stop
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
Malaysia Airlines
3 May
SYD08:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 15m
1 stop
BKI00:40Kota Kinabalu
7 May
BKI15:00Kota Kinabalu
17h 00m
1 stop
SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

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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

$484

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

20:45-19:10

1 stop24h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/6

12:15-11:35

1 stop21h 20m

$530

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

20:50-19:10

1 stop24h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/6

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

$533

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

13:35-19:00

1 stop32h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/3

20:00-18:50

1 stop19h 50m

$626

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

13:35-08:40

2 stops22h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 11/3

20:00-12:20

1 stop13h 20m

$657

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

12:50-19:10

1 stop32h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/6

11:45-19:30

2 stops29h 45m

$688

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

13:35-10:30

2 stops23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 11/3

16:55-12:20

2 stops16h 25m

$689

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

20:50-19:10

1 stop24h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/6

11:45-19:35

2 stops29h 50m

$692

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

20:05-19:35

3 stops26h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/3

20:00-18:50

1 stop19h 50m

$726

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

20:05-20:20

2 stops27h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/3

20:00-12:20

1 stop13h 20m

$735

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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 $760.

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 $859. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,008.

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 $945. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,137. 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 $907 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 $496 on momondo.

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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

16h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu takes 16h 30m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu.
  • 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 12h 35m, 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 $476Free cancellationRating
6.7
311 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $736Free cancellationRating
7.3
281 reviews
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