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Cheap flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu (PEN - BKI) from $46

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PEN — BKI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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The best prices from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in October or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$915

One-way from

$46
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 57% on the overall cost on flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

Find a great deal and save up to 74% by booking at least 51 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Penang to Kota Kinabalu within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $116.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Kota Kinabalu from Penang average $100. You can even find prices in October for less than $100, as users have found deals to Kota Kinabalu from as low as $55. The month of February appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Kota Kinabalu from Penang. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 25%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PEN to BKI?

When flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Penang to Kota Kinabalu flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Penang to Kota Kinabalu specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on June 12, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 7/168:50 amPEN - BKI
1 stop10h 50mAirAsia
Tue 7/1610:40 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop9h 00mAirAsia
Deal found 6/12$93
Tue 7/167:05 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/161:55 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$102
Thu 7/1111:00 amPEN - BKI
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/1110:40 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$103
Tue 7/167:05 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mFirefly
Tue 7/169:10 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mFirefly
Deal found 6/12$114
Thu 7/1110:25 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/119:10 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$117
Sat 7/610:25 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Tue 7/97:20 amBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 6/11$118
Sat 7/65:00 pmPEN - BKI
2 stops7h 20mAirAsia
Tue 7/93:05 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop5h 05mAirAsia
Deal found 6/11$146
Sat 7/133:30 pmPEN - BKI
1 stop5h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 7/169:10 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/12$174
Sat 7/67:05 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 7/99:10 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/12$187

Penang to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Penang and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 7/168:50 amPEN - BKI
1 stop10h 50mAirAsia
Tue 7/1610:40 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop9h 00mAirAsia
Deal found 6/12$93
Tue 7/167:05 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/161:55 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$102
Thu 7/1111:00 amPEN - BKI
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/1110:40 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$103
Tue 7/167:05 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mFirefly
Tue 7/169:10 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mFirefly
Deal found 6/12$114
Thu 7/1110:25 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/119:10 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$117
Sat 7/610:25 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Tue 7/97:20 amBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 6/11$118
Sat 7/65:00 pmPEN - BKI
2 stops7h 20mAirAsia
Tue 7/93:05 pmBKI - PEN
1 stop5h 05mAirAsia
Deal found 6/11$146
Sat 7/133:30 pmPEN - BKI
1 stop5h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 7/169:10 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/12$174
Sat 7/67:05 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 7/99:10 pmBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/12$187

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu from Penang

Search for one-way flight options from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Those seeking round-trip flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Thu 7/118:50 amPEN - BKI
1 stop15h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 6/12$46
Thu 7/1110:25 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 6/12$53
Thu 7/116:55 amPEN - BKI
2 stops10h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/12$125

Find flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.

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Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Tue 7/16

1 stop10h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/16

1 stop9h 00m

$93

Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Tue 7/16

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/16

1 stop6h 15m

$102

Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 7/11

1 stop9h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 7/11

1 stop9h 00m

$103

Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Tue 7/16

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/16

Nonstop2h 50m

$114

Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Thu 7/11

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 7/11

Nonstop2h 50m

$117

Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 7/6

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/9

Nonstop2h 40m

$118

Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 7/6

2 stops7h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/9

1 stop5h 05m

$146

Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 7/13

1 stop5h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/16

Nonstop2h 50m

$174

Penang IntlKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

Sat 7/6

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/9

Nonstop2h 50m

$187

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

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Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

78.8 - 80.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated June 12, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, such as Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
360 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
360 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
360 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

AirAsia
6.7
Okay
239 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
360 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    You will need to book a flight from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu if you want to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Penang Intl (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) on a regular basis. There are 4 flights to Kota Kinabalu from the Penang airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PEN to BKI to be around 2h 50m.

  • Can I find flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on AirAsia for just $93, but on average you can expect to pay $222.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 2 direct flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu is less than $152.

  • How popular is this Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    Flights from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu have been viewed 76 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu round-trip from $93. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Firefly, from $114, and Malaysia Airlines, from $174. Users have found that AirAsia is 6% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu are AirAsia (92%), Firefly (90%) and Malaysia Airlines (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu? While on average our users pay $94, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $40. The most popular route (Penang Intl - Kota Kinabalu), is priced around $59.

  • What does PEN to BKI mean?

    PEN and BKI are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. PEN to BKI refers to a flight route from Penang Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Penang to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Penang to Kota Kinabalu flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/12.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    Before booking your flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu check out the most popular airlines for this route: AirAsia, Firefly or Malaysia Airlines.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
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Weekly flight availability from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

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