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Flight deals from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.C$118 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 25, returning Wed, Aug 27.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Singapore Changi on Mon, Aug 25, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, Aug 27, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$118, select.
Kota Kinabalu.C$120 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 29, returning Thu, Jul 17.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Singapore Changi on Sun, Jun 29, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, Jul 17, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.
Kota Kinabalu.C$120 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 2, returning Tue, Sep 23.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Singapore Changi on Tue, Sep 2, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.
Kota Kinabalu.C$120 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 17, returning Wed, Sep 3.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Singapore Changi on Sun, Aug 17, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, Sep 3, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.
Kota Kinabalu.C$120 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 6, returning Thu, Jul 17.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Singapore Changi on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, Jul 17, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.
Kota Kinabalu.C$120 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 30, returning Fri, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Singapore Changi on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, Oct 10, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.
Kota Kinabalu.C$120 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 14, returning Sat, Aug 2.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Singapore Changi on Mon, Jul 14, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, Aug 2, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.
Kota Kinabalu.C$120 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 27, returning Wed, Nov 12.Round-trip flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Singapore Changi on Mon, Oct 27, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departing from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, Nov 12, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu?

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in August.
Apr
from C$222
May
from C$122
Jun
from C$149
Jul
from C$120
Aug
from C$118
Sep
from C$120
Oct
from C$120
Nov
from C$120
Dec
from C$239
Jan
from C$137
Feb
from C$156
Mar
from C$152

Direct flights from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu

Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

Singapore to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$118
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu is C$118. 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.
2 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu.
AirAsia, Singapore Airlines and Scoot fly direct from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu.
There are 27 flights per week flying from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Singapore Changi to Kota Kinabalu is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Singapore Changi Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 28 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, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Flying from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Singapore and Kota Kinabalu are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Every week, there are 43 Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, opt for the 08:45 Scoot flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:40 with Scoot.

  • To ensure you get on your SIN to BKI flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • AirAsia has direct flights from Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Kota Kinabalu — and maybe even more of Malaysia if your schedule allows.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with AirAsia on this route.

  • With an impressive 88.14% of services arriving as scheduled, AirAsia is the most punctual carrier for SIN to BKI flights.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SIN and BKI:

    • Kuching International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Penang International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • C$81 is the best price for a one-way Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$118. These prices can change based on availability.

  • To get cheap tickets from SIN to BKI, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SIN to BKI.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

Handy information about Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • Of the flights that depart from Changi International Airport, 68.95% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Singapore to Changi International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Need a handy hotel near SIN? If you're boarding an early flight from Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

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

  • From Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kota Kinabalu based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Changi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SIN to BKI in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've done Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Travel about 225 kilometres east to Sandakan to check off its top attractions. From Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Malaysia, head for Tawau, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.