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Cheapest return flight
RM 4,247
Typical prices: RM 2,863-RM 4,081
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Mon 3/12Mon 10/12
BKI - BNE • 3 stops
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 30% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg RM 3,606 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 13h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane (BKI-BNE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane

Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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12:10 - 10:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BNE Brisbane
20h 20m3 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:05 - 11:10BNE  Brisbane-BKI Kota Kinabalu
31h 05m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi
RM 4,247Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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23:25 - 16:55BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BNE Brisbane
15h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
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20:50 - 19:00BNE  Brisbane-BKI Kota Kinabalu
24h 10m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi
RM 4,517Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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05:20 - 22:55BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BNE Brisbane
15h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
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06:55 - 18:20BNE  Brisbane-BKI Kota Kinabalu
37h 25m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl
RM 4,729Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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23:25 - 16:55BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BNE Brisbane
15h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
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07:20 - 22:50BNE  Brisbane-BKI Kota Kinabalu
17h 30m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi
RM 4,778Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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19:05 - 21:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BNE Brisbane
24h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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10:10 - 00:30BNE  Brisbane-BKI Kota Kinabalu
16h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
RM 5,875China Southern
3+ days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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19:05 - 21:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BNE Brisbane
24h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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23:00 - 00:30BNE  Brisbane-BKI Kota Kinabalu
27h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
RM 6,369China Southern
2 days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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19:05 - 21:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BNE Brisbane
24h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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10:05 - 00:30BNE  Brisbane-BKI Kota Kinabalu
40h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Guangzhou Baiyun
RM 7,054China Southern
2 days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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19:05 - 06:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-BNE Brisbane
57h 25m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:05 - 18:00BNE  Brisbane-BKI Kota Kinabalu
37h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Guangzhou Baiyun
RM 7,936China Southern
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane?

China Southern (RM 5,875) offered the cheapest return ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

RM 4,247
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 4% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane

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

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

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

    There are currently no direct flights available from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane. Flights with 1 stopover take between 13h 23m and 14h 33m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane flight?

    Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane range from RM 2,863 to RM 4,081, with an average of RM 3,169 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 2,863 counts as a good deal.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about RM 4,247 to RM 7,936. That means the highest observed fare was about 86% higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

    Brisbane Airport (BNE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 43 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • Simba Car Hire
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Alpha
    • EverythingFleet

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

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Brisbane (BNE).

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

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

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 90% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at RM 2,603 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at RM 4,435, a difference of RM 1,832.

    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 Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 23m, compared to 14h 33m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

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

    Brisbane is 2 hours ahead of Kota Kinabalu (Eastern Australia Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Brisbane?

    Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre is one of the most viewed places in Brisbane on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane 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 Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average RM 2,603, about RM 1,832 less than Tuesday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kota Kinabalu to Brisbane trip for March. Fares historically average RM 2,215 return in that month – typically RM 2,354 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Brisbane Airport.

    • ibis Brisbane Airport
    • Pullman Brisbane Airport

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