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Cheapest return flight
£671
Typical prices: £756-£886
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/11Tue 4/12
MAN - BKI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£437
Typical prices: £307-£402
Etihad Airways
Fri 30/11
MAN - BKI • 2 stops
When to travel
Cheapest • 13% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £989 (return)
Shortest trip • 34h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu (MAN-BKI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu

Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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10:05 - 16:45MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
22h 40m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Shenzhen
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09:20 - 06:40BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
29h 20m2 stops Shenzhen Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
£671Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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10:05 - 08:45MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
38h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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16:05 - 09:15BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
25h 10m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
£725Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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16:55 - 22:15MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 20m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:00 - 15:50BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
36h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
£741Turkish Airlines
Wed, 3 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
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19:35 - 22:15MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
42h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:00 - 11:55BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
56h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£774Etihad Airways
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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22:25 - 12:05MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
29h 40m3 stops Dublin Paris Charles de Gaulle Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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12:10 - 09:15BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
29h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
£803Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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10:05 - 08:45MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
38h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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22:30 - 06:40BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
40h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£817Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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18:10 - 12:05MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
33h 55m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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22:30 - 06:40BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
40h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£849Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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08:15 - 16:00MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
23h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
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08:00 - 06:15BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
54h 15m3 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£919Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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16:20 - 00:55MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
24h 35m3 stops Rome Fiumicino Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
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05:20 - 22:50BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
25h 30m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Rome Fiumicino
£940Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
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10:25 - 00:35MAN  Manchester-BKI Kota Kinabalu
30h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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01:30 - 07:55BKI  Kota Kinabalu-MAN Manchester
38h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£960Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Manchester to Kota Kinabalu flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu at £694 return.
•December (£1,329) and July (£1,230) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Manchester to Kota Kinabalu flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£437
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 79% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu

When to book flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Manchester to Kota Kinabalu flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu.

  • How long is a flight from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu. Flights with 1 stopover take between 21h 15m and 34h 15m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manchester to Kota Kinabalu flight?

    Return flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu range from £756 to £886, with an average of £799 over the past 12 months. Anything below £756 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £671 to £2,533. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £975, which is 192% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £13 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • keddy by Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • MKAZ
    • Suria Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu?

    Flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu pass through?

    Connecting flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu most commonly pass through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 92% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £755 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £888, a difference of £132.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Manchester to Kota Kinabalu?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 15m, compared to 34h 15m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Manchester and Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu is 7 hours ahead of Manchester (Malaysia Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Manchester to Kota Kinabalu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £755, about £132 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Kota Kinabalu trip for November. Fares historically average £694 return in that month – typically £635 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

    • Goldenhill Hotel

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