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Flight deals from Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,364. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.R 1,901 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,901, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 1,941 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,941, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,028 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,028, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,055 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,055, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,089 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Mar.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,089, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,113 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,113, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,235 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,235, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,251 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,251, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,284 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,284, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 3,639 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,639, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 6,389 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Mactan-Cebu International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,389, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from R 2,235
Jul
from R 2,113
Aug
from R 1,901
Sep
from R 1,941
Oct
from R 2,028
Nov
from R 2,284
Dec
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Jan
from R 2,251
Feb
from R 2,055
Mar
from R 2,089
Apr
from R 3,639
May
from R 6,389

Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

Kota Kinabalu

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Cebu to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,901
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu is R 4,024. 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 Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 4,024.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Mactan-Cebu International to Kota Kinabalu is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Tuesday, 18 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Mactan-Cebu International Airport and Kota Kinabalu 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 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, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Travelling from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • Kota Kinabalu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Cebu.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CEB to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CEB and BKI include:

    • Hong Kong International Airport

    • Narita International Airport

    • Incheon International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is R 1,901. A return fare right now is R 4,024. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CEB to BKI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

  • Landing cheap flights from CEB to BKI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

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

Handy information about Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

  • When it comes to Mactan-Cebu International Airport's on-time performance, 69.4% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Cebu to Mactan-Cebu International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Booked an early flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CEB:

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 drive to the centre.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CEB to BKI in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've done Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to explore other corners of Malaysia. Travel about 225 kilometres east to Sandakan to check off its leading attractions. From Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Malaysia, consider Tawau, about 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Cebu to Kota Kinabalu

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