Cheap Flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu from US$70

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu (SEL-BKI)?

  Based on Trip.com data, AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) offers one-way fares as low as US$70 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ICN to BKI on Sat, Sep 26), while AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$143 departing on Sat, Sep 26 and returning on Tue, Sep 29.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu with the following airlines, including: Jeju Air AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) Jin Air Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

  It takes about 5 hours 18 minutes to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu.

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

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 19 flight per week flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Jin Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- LJ131 (19:41)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

  To find best deals on flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Sep 26, with one-way flights priced at just US$70.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia).
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Kota Kinabalu travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

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

  The cheapest months to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu on?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu on August 18, 2026 with Jeju Air, with prices starting at US$70.

• Which airports can I fly to for Kota Kinabalu from Seoul?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Kota Kinabalu, with Incheon International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (ICN-BKI) is by far the most common option on this route: Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).

• Is there any time difference between Seoul and Kota Kinabalu?

  The time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Seoul is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu is US$307. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu is US$444. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com?

  Enter Seoul and Kota Kinabalu, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Seoul to Kota Kinabalu route?

  AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia), Jeju Air and Jin Airare the most popular budget airlines flying from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.