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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Auckland.R 6,529 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,529, select.
Auckland.R 6,636 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,636, select.
Auckland.R 9,521 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,521, select.
Auckland.R 10,050 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,050, select.
Auckland.R 10,951 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,951, select.
Auckland.R 13,699 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,699, select.
Auckland.R 15,543 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,543, select.
Auckland.R 15,635 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Auckland International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,635, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 18,376
Jun
from R 6,529
Jul
from R 16,039
Aug
from R 6,636
Sep
from R 13,699
Oct
from R 10,951
Nov
from R 10,050
Dec
from R 9,521
Jan
from R 15,635
Feb
from R 15,543
Mar
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Apr
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Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International: Alternative routes

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

Kota Kinabalu to Auckland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,529
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International is R 15,955. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 15,955.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International.
The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Auckland International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Auckland International Airport on Monday, 18 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kota Kinabalu Airport and Auckland International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Auckland International 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 Auckland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Auckland International.

Flying from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know

  • Auckland's timezone is UTC+13, making Auckland five hours ahead of Kota Kinabalu.

  • To ensure you get on your BKI to AKL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Auckland Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BKI and AKL:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is R 6,529. A round-trip fare is currently R 15,955. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BKI to AKL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Auckland Airport.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BKI to AKL.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Auckland Airport.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • 73.51% of flights taking off from Kota Kinabalu International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Kota Kinabalu International Airport from central Kota Kinabalu, it takes about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to BKI? If you're catching an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Auckland Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • If you're coming in on a late Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Auckland Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near AKL:

  • Grab an Auckland Airport rental car and explore Auckland and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Auckland Airport around four weeks before you set off.

Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland

  • Auckland Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Auckland. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Auckland. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Auckland Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from BKI to AKL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Auckland has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a trip to Wellington will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

  • Around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland, Manukau City is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.

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