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Kota Kinabalu.$322 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 30, returning Sun, Nov 9.Round-trip flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Sydney on Thu, Oct 30, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, Nov 9, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$322 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 1, returning Mon, Nov 3.Round-trip flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Sydney on Sat, Nov 1, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$322 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 9, returning Fri, Aug 22.Round-trip flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Sydney on Sat, Aug 9, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, Aug 22, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$322 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 18, returning Sat, Oct 25.Round-trip flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Sydney on Sat, Oct 18, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, Oct 25, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$322 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 4, returning Tue, Sep 9.Round-trip flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Sydney on Thu, Sep 4, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$323 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 20, returning Wed, Sep 3.Round-trip flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Sydney on Wed, Aug 20, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, Sep 3, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$323 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 1, returning Sun, Mar 15.Round-trip flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Sydney on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, Mar 15, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$323 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 20, returning Tue, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Sydney on Sun, Jul 20, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $323, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from $486
Jul
from $443
Aug
from $322
Sep
from $322
Oct
from $322
Nov
from $322
Dec
from $505
Jan
from $552
Feb
from $739
Mar
from $323
Apr
from $353
May
from $1,248

Sydney to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$322
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu is $322. 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 Sydney to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from $322.
There are no flights flying from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney 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, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Traveling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • Kota Kinabalu's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kota Kinabalu three hours behind Sydney.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SYD to BKI flight.

  • Traveling during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and BKI include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is $176. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $322. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to BKI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SYD to BKI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

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 reach the center by car.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to BKI around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Kinabalu is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometers east of Kota Kinabalu, a visit to Sandakan will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

  • Around 274 kilometers south-east of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another favorite stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..

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