Flying from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Kota Kinabalu and Perth are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your BKI to PER flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Perth Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BKI and PER include:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Perth Airport (PER)
Currently, R 2,217 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Perth Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,118. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from BKI to PER, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Perth Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BKI to PER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Perth Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
73.51% of flights leaving from Kota Kinabalu International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near BKI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Perth Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
If you're coming in on a late Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Perth Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near PER:
Explore without limits with a Perth Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and chase adventure across Perth and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Perth Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
From Perth Airport, Perth is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
The quietest month for a flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Perth Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Perth based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Perth Airport for January if you want to explore Perth during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BKI to PER in August. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Perth is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 40 kilometres south of Perth, a visit to Rockingham will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Penguin Island, The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron.
Around 64 kilometres south of Perth, Mandurah is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park.