Singapore to Kota Kinabalu Flight Information

The approximate distance between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu is 1,449.03 km. Average flight time from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is around 2 hours 30 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand hits its peak in July. The cheapest month to book flights is October.

Cheapest one-way
US$101
Scoot Scoot SIN-BKI 2h 30m · Nonstop Mon, Oct 12
Book Now
Cheapest round-trip
US$192
Scoot Scoot SIN-BKI 2h 30m · Nonstop Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12
Book Now
When to fly
March
Cheapest
July
Peak season
Route details
1,449.03 km
Flight distance
2h 30m
Average flight time

Search for direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu in the next 3 months. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data, one-way direct flights start at US$101, and round-trip direct flights start at US$192.

Popular airlines flying from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

You can choose from 4 airlines that fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, including Scoot, Malaysia Airlines, and Royal Brunei Airlines. Scoot has lowest fares on this route.
Scoot logo Scoot
Malaysia Airlines logo Malaysia Airlines
Royal Brunei Airlines logo Royal Brunei Airlines
Batik Air Malaysia logo Batik Air Malaysia
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Trends on Flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu?

Average monthly one-way flight prices from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, based on bookings made by Trip.com users over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is March, with an average price of US$73; while the month with the highest flight price is usually July, with an average price of up to US$181.

US$181
US$127
US$73
US$19
    Cheapest
  • US$122
    Aug
  • US$93
    Sep
  • US$78
    Oct
  • US$79
    Nov
  • US$104
    Dec
  • US$82
    Jan
  • US$89
    Feb
  • US$73
    Mar
  • US$76
    Apr
  • US$95
    May
  • US$135
    Jun
  • US$181
    Jul

Which month has the cheapest round-trip flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu?

The average price of round-trip flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for round-trip flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu are found during January, with an average price of US$125. Conversely, the highest prices are found during July, with an average price of up to US$268.

US$268
US$197
US$125
US$54
    Cheapest
  • US$194
    Aug
  • US$173
    Sep
  • US$163
    Oct
  • US$141
    Nov
  • US$239
    Dec
  • US$125
    Jan
  • US$227
    Feb
  • US$126
    Mar
  • US$143
    Apr
  • US$179
    May
  • US$207
    Jun
  • US$268
    Jul

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu (SIN-BKI)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Scoot offers one-way fares as low as US$101 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SIN to BKI on Mon, Oct 12), while Scoot offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$192 departing on Sat, Oct 10 and returning on Mon, Oct 12.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu with the following airlines, including: Scoot Malaysia Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 2 hours 30 minutes to fly from Singapore 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 Singapore 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.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 14 flight per week flying from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Scoot: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TR490 (09:01) Scoot: S/-/T/W/T/F/S -- TR416 (17:19)
  • To find best deals on flights from Singapore 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 Mon, Oct 12, with one-way flights priced at just US$101.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Scoot.
    · 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.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu on August 25, 2026 with Scoot, with prices starting at US$85.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Kota Kinabalu, with Singapore Changi Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (SIN-BKI) is by far the most common option on this route: Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
  • The time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Singapore is 0m.
  • 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.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is US$221. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is US$342. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Singapore 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.
  • Scoot and AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)are the most popular budget airlines flying from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu

Which airline offers the cheapest direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) provides the lowest-priced direct flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu, with fares starting at US$136.

US$24
US$136
US$249
US$362
US$474
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
US$136
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
Batik Air Malaysia
US$144
Batik Air Malaysia
Scoot
US$159
Scoot
Royal Brunei Airlines
US$193
Royal Brunei Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
US$216
Malaysia Airlines
Singapore Airlines
US$474
Singapore Airlines

How many flights fly from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu daily?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on the past month's historical data from Trip.com, the number of flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is the highest on Saturday and the lowest on Tuesday/Thursday/Sunday.

20
15
10
5
Highest
16
Mon
10
Tue
16
Wed
10
Thu
12
Fri
20
Sat
10
Sun

Note: Prices shown on this page are the estimated lowest prices found in the last 24 hours and include all taxes and fees.

Book with no extra fees

Prices displayed on this page are all-inclusive (incl. taxes, fuel surcharges, Civil Aviation Development Fund, etc.), and all fees are clearly shown before you pay. Charges for checked baggage, onboard meals, Wi‑Fi, and other optional services are also included where applicable in the flight cards.

Real-time pricing updates

Prices, availability, and travel details on this page have been updated within the last 24 hours, and for many routes are refreshed in real time. The more popular the route, the more accurate and up-to-date the data.

Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com shows the change and cancellation rules for each ticket during the booking process, including all related fees and conditions. Please refer to the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply based on the airline’s fare rules.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If your flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For full details of change and cancellation policies, please refer to the customer support pages.