Cheap flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $152
Scoot Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Jun 25 — Sun, Jun 28
The cheapest round-trip flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is currently $152
Cheapest one-way flight $78
Scoot Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Jun 25
The cheapest one-way flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is currently $78
Last-minute weekend getaway $216
Scoot Nonstop 3 hr Thu, May 7 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is currently $216
Cheapest business class flights $770
Batik Air 1 stop 13 hr Thu, Jul 2 — Sun, Jul 5
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is currently $770
Fastest flight 2 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu takes 2 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
January
Cheapest
Typical prices: $85–190
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $180–305

Popular airlines from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

  • AirAsia
    Nonstop
    from $246
    Typical price: $100–255
    11 weekly nonstop flights
    SIN - BKI Every day
    172 weekly connecting flights
    SIN - BKI Every day
  • Scoot
    Nonstop
    from $152
    Typical price: $125–370
    9 weekly nonstop flights
    SIN - BKI Every day
  • Malaysia Airlines
    from $392
    Typical price: $240–500
    109 weekly connecting flights
    SIN - BKI Every day
  • Batik Air
    from $322
    Typical price: $190–330
    33 weekly connecting flights
    SIN - BKI Every day
  • Royal Brunei
    from $236
    Typical price: $210–485
    16 weekly connecting flights
    SIN - BKI Every day
  • China Southern
    from $3,926
    Typical price: $3,650–3,900
    13 weekly connecting flights
    SIN - BKI Every day

Popular airports near Singapore

  • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
    Singapore Singapore 31 min 11 mi
  • Johor Bahru Senai International Airport (JHB)
    Johor Bahru Malaysia 59 min 22 mi
  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
    Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur Malaysia 3 hr 49 min 175 mi
  • Seletar Airport (XSP)
    Singapore Singapore 19 min 5 mi

Popular airports near Kota Kinabalu

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
    Kota Kinabalu Malaysia 13 min 3 mi
  • Labuan Airport (LBU)
    Labuan Malaysia 3 hr 57 min 73 mi
  • Lawas Airport (LWY)
    Lawas Malaysia 3 hr 25 min 91 mi
  • Miri Airport (MYY)
    Miri Malaysia 6 hr 41 min 183 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

The cheapest flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $85 to $190.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu recently found on Google Flights was with Scoot from $152. The cheapest one-way flight was with Scoot from $78.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest AirAsia flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $246, flying from May 8 to May 11.
  • The cheapest Scoot flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $152, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
  • The cheapest Malaysia Airlines flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $392, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest Batik Air flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $322, flying from Jul 16 to Jul 20.
  • The cheapest Royal Brunei flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $236, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 14.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $3,926, flying from May 7 to May 10.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu starts at $152 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $78 and departs on Thu, Jun 25.
2 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu.
Peak travel periods are Dec–Feb & Jun–Sep. The tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with a monsoon season Oct–Mar, though rain is always possible. Many shops and restaurants close during Chinese New Year (dates vary) and Hari Raya Puasa (dates vary). Key events include Sabah Fest (May), with traditional music, dance, food and crafts, and the Tadau Ka'amatan rice-harvest festival (May), with rice wine, rituals and a singing competition.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu.

In terms of nonstop flights, AirAsia is the most popular. AirAsia offers 11 nonstop flights and 172 connecting flights per week. AirAsia flies from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .

Other popular airlines flying from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu are:
  • Scoot offers 9 nonstop flights per week. Scoot flies from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .
  • Malaysia Airlines offers 109 connecting flights per week. Malaysia Airlines flies from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .
  • Batik Air offers 33 connecting flights per week. Batik Air flies from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .
  • Royal Brunei offers 16 connecting flights per week. Royal Brunei flies from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .
  • China Southern offers 13 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu recently found on Google Flights was with Scoot from $152. The cheapest one-way flight was with Scoot from $78.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest AirAsia flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $246, flying from May 8 to May 11.
  • The cheapest Scoot flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $152, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
  • The cheapest Malaysia Airlines flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $392, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest Batik Air flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $322, flying from Jul 16 to Jul 20.
  • The cheapest Royal Brunei flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $236, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 14.
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is $3,926, flying from May 7 to May 10.
AirAsia and Scoot fly direct from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu.
  • There are 11 AirAsia direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 9 Scoot direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu at price $216 is offered by Scoot from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
AirAsia and Scoot fly direct from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu.
  • There are 11 AirAsia direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 9 Scoot direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu start at $152 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28 with Scoot.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu start at $770 from Thu, Jul 2 to Sun, Jul 5 with Batik Air.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu start at $152 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28.
To book business class trips from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu starts at $216 from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11 with Scoot.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu at price $216 is offered by Scoot from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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