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

Manchester to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kota Kinabalu.

Manchester to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$759
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu is $760. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from $760.
There are no flights flying from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu, as of November 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester Airport and Kota Kinabalu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Kota Kinabalu 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Kota Kinabalu is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of Manchester.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd love to tour a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Changi International Airport is a well-known stop between MAN and BKI.

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

  • $463 is currently the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Return flights start at $759. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from MAN to BKI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAN to BKI.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • 59.39% of flights leaving from Manchester Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • If you're getting in on a late Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BKI:

  • Pick up a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car and explore Kota Kinabalu and beyond with your own set of wheels. NH Travel, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Kota Kinabalu International Airport about one week in advance.

Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu

  • From Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu is approximately 8 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAN to BKI in February if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've done Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Travel around 225 kilometers east to Sandakan to check off its top sights. From Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Malaysia, consider Tawau, about 274 kilometers south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are among the biggest draws.

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