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Find cheap one-way flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu starting at US$42.

For as little as US$42, you can take your next adventure to Kota Kinabalu without breaking the bank. Choose between one-way and return tickets from Seoul below.

  • One way
  • Round-trip

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

When is the cheapest time to book flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

Price trend charts are a great way of tracking how much your flights cost in the lead up to departure and can help you choose when to book your tickets. See how prices to Kota Kinabalu from Seoul have changed and are set to move below.

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Cheapest airlines flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

We have a range of prices from different airlines providing flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Check below for the journey which best suits your travel needs.

AirAsia X Berhad
From US$58
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
From US$70
T'Way Air
From US$73
Jeju Air
From US$88
Philippines AirAsia
From US$99
Jin Air
From US$108
Scoot
From US$115
Cebu Pacific
From US$125
China Eastern Airlines
From US$131
HK Express
From US$137

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Find cheap flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu by different airports

There are various non-direct routes from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu which could be cheaper and faster! Check out these alternative options to see if they could work for your trip.

  • Cheapest
    AirAsia
    ICN
    01:05
    5h 30m
    Nonstop
    BKI
    05:35
    Incheon International Airport - Kota Kinabalu International Airport
    Tue, Mar 4AirAsia
    US$70
  • China Southern Airlines
    GMP
    13:30
    15h 20m
    2 transfer
    BKI
    03:50
    Gimpo International Airport - Kota Kinabalu International Airport
    Thu, Jan 2China Southern Airlines
    US$126
  • China Southern Airlines
    GMP
    13:30
    15h 20m
    2 transfer
    BKI
    03:50
    Gimpo International Airport - Kota Kinabalu International Airport
    Thu, Jan 2China Southern Airlines
    US$126
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $349.
  • How long does it take to fly from Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 5 hours 31 minutes to fly from Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Kota Kinabalu?

    • The distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to downtown is about 7 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    Airlines with flights from Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI): Jeju Air, Korean Air, Hahn Air Systems, T'Way Air, Asiana Airlines, Jin Air and AirAsia.

How to find a cheap flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu

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Seoul to Kota Kinabalu Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price$46
Cheapest round-trip ticket price$82
Off-season for travelMarch
Peak season for travelSeptember
Flight distance3,680.39 km
Average flight time5 hours 31 minutes
Popular airlineJeju Air