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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Seoul? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $175. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Seoul.$175 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 10, returning Sun, Sep 13.Round-trip flight with Jin Air and AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Jin Air departing from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, Sep 10, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Sun, Sep 13, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $175, select.

Seoul.$186 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 2, returning Sat, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with Jeju Air.Outbound direct flight with Jeju Air departing from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, Oct 2, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with Jeju Air departing from Incheon International on Sat, Oct 10, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $186, select.

Seoul.$201 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 29, returning Sun, Oct 4.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Sep 29, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Sun, Oct 4, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.

Seoul.$223 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 25, returning Thu, Aug 27.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Aug 25, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $223, select.

Seoul.$227 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 28, returning Sun, Nov 1.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, Oct 28, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.

Seoul.$229 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 30, returning Wed, Apr 7.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Mar 30, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Wed, Apr 7, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.

Seoul.$240 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 6, returning Tue, Apr 13.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Apr 6, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Tue, Apr 13, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.

Seoul.$243 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 27, returning Tue, Sep 1.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $243, select.

Seoul.$243 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 26, returning Sun, Nov 29.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, Nov 26, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Sun, Nov 29, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $243, select.

Seoul.$246 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 18, returning Fri, Jun 25.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, Jun 18, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Fri, Jun 25, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Seoul.$246 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 10, returning Sun, May 16.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, May 10, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Sun, May 16, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Seoul.$258 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 2, returning Thu, Jul 8.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, Jul 2, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Thu, Jul 8, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $258, select.

Seoul.$262 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 28, returning Mon, Mar 8.Round-trip flight with Scoot and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, Feb 28, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Incheon International on Mon, Mar 8, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $262, select.

Seoul.$263 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 23, returning Mon, Mar 29.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Mar 23, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Mon, Mar 29, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $263, select.

Seoul.$264 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 30, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, Oct 30, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $264, select.

Seoul.$265 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 1, returning Sun, Nov 1.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Incheon International on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $265, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Alternative Kota Kinabalu to Seoul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Gimpo International

17km from central Seoul

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from $497

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Incheon International

48km from central Seoul

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from $175

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Kota Kinabalu to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$175
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	5 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airline	Jeju Air
Average flights per week	23

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Seoul?

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.

How much are round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul is $175. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul?

5 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul.

Which airlines fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul?

Jeju Air, Jin Air and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul.

How many flights are there a week from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul?

There are 23 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul, as of August 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul?

The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul is usually September.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Seoul?

If you're flying from Kota Kinabalu Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.9 km away from the center of Seoul. We've found flights to this airport from $175.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Seoul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Seoul on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Seoul?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 20 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Seoul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Seoul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Seoul?

In August, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -9°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Seoul?

Currently, Jin Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Traveling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Seoul: what you need to know

Approximately 5 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is one hour ahead of Kota Kinabalu, where Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located.
The busiest flight route is from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). You can choose from 17 services between these airports every week.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your BKI to Seoul flight.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Begin your journey at BKI and travel straight to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). That will be your arrival point when searching for Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul tickets.
These are some of the most popular carriers operating direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from BKI to Seoul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
- Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
- Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
BKI is around 8 kilometers from central Kota Kinabalu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BKI:
67% of flights that leave from Kota Kinabalu International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Seoul

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul flight is $98. The cheapest price for a return flight is $175. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from BKI to Seoul, reserve your journey one month before your departure date.
June is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BKI to Seoul by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find an affordable flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Seoul

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

The distance from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometers. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Seoul Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from BKI to Seoul.

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kilometers from the center of Seoul. Following your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 35 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to GMP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BKI to Seoul flight:
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Seoul

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul. January is the busiest month to travel to Seoul. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from BKI to Seoul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.

More about Seoul

After booking your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.

Explore more of South Korea

Seoul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Korea waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometers southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Around 241 kilometers southeast of Seoul, Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea. No visit is complete without checking out Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park.