Cheap Flights from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu

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      Compare Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu flight deals

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      Flight deals from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $194. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu

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

      Direct flights from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu

      Malaysia Airlines
      Royal Brunei

      Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

      Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$193
      Cheapest month to flyApril
      Average flight time41 mins
      Most popular airlineMalaysia Airlines
      Average flights per week11

      Finding cheap flights from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu is $193. 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.
      41 minutes is the average flight time from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu.
      Malaysia Airlines and Royal Brunei fly direct from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu.
      As of September 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu.
      The cheapest month to fly from Bandar Seri Begawan to Kota Kinabalu is usually April.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Friday, 2 April 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 41 minutes.
      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, Royal Brunei offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

      Travelling from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport (BWN) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI): what you need to know

      • Jump on a direct flight from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 40 minutes.

      • Bandar Seri Begawan and Kota Kinabalu are in the same timezone, UTC+8.

      • Choose from eight weekly Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport flights. The 07:30 departure with Royal Brunei Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Royal Brunei Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:15.

      • Leave enough time to make your BWN to BKI flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

      • Royal Brunei has direct flights from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Kota Kinabalu — and maybe even more of Malaysia if your schedule allows.

      • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Royal Brunei.

      • With an impressive 94.74% of services arriving on schedule, Royal Brunei has the best on-time performance for BWN to BKI flights.

      • Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a popular stopover on the BWN to BKI route.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport (BWN) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)

      • Currently, $153 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $193. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

      • Score cheap tickets from BWN to BKI by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

      • Landing cheap flights from BWN to BKI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

      • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

      Handy information about Bandar Seri Begawan Airport (BWN)

      • Bandar Seri Begawan Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BWN land on schedule 80% of the time.

      • Bandar Seri Begawan Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Bandar Seri Begawan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

      • Searching for a handy hotel close to BWN? If you've booked an early flight from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

      Arriving at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)

      • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:

      • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kota Kinabalu Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kota Kinabalu and beyond.

      • To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Kota Kinabalu Airport around one week before you set off.

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

      • Kota Kinabalu Airport to central Kota Kinabalu has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

      • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

      When to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)

      • August is the busiest month for flights from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Kota Kinabalu in March.

      • When booking your flight from Bandar Seri Begawan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.

      • Search for cheap tickets from BWN to BKI in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC on average.

      Explore more of Malaysia

      • You've visited Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to explore more of Malaysia. Journey around 225 kilometres east to Sandakan to check off its leading attractions. From Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

      • If you want to check out another great destination in Malaysia, head for Tawau, about 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Hot Springs Tawau, Teck Guan Cocoa Museum and Batu payung are key reasons to visit.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.