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Flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Manila.R 831 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 831, select.
Manila.R 909 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 909, select.
Manila.R 999 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 999, select.
Manila.R 1,001 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,001, select.
Manila.R 1,001 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,001, select.
Manila.R 1,096 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,096, select.
Manila.R 1,164 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,164, select.
Manila.R 1,243 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Philippines AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,243, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 4,626
May
from R 831
Jun
from R 1,001
Jul
from R 909
Aug
from R 1,001
Sep
from R 999
Oct
from R 1,096
Nov
from R 1,164
Dec
from R 1,313
Jan
from R 1,257
Feb
from R 1,243
Mar
from R 1,318

Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino

Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Alternative routes

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

Kota Kinabalu to Manila: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 831
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlinePhilippines AirAsia
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino is R 1,571. 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.
2 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
Philippines AirAsia flies direct from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
As of April 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino.
The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Manila Ninoy Aquino is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport on Sunday, 25 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 9 minutes.
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 Manila Ninoy Aquino 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 Manila is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Philippines AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manila Ninoy Aquino.

Flying from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

  • Kota Kinabalu and Manila share the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • Choose from 17 weekly Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights. The 01:45 departure with Philippines AirAsia is the earliest you can take. Philippines AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 18:55.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BKI to MNL flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Philippines AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Manila (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Philippines!). Check out the direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Philippines AirAsia on this route.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for BKI to MNL flights is Philippines AirAsia.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BKI and MNL include:

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • R 831 is the lowest price for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,574. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • To secure cheap tickets from BKI to MNL, book your trip nine months before your planned departure.

  • August is the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BKI to MNL.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • Of all flights departing from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 73.51% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To get to Kota Kinabalu International Airport from central Kota Kinabalu, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

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

Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • If you're arriving on a late Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near MNL:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and explore beyond Manila's usual tourist stops.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila

  • Ninoy Aquino International Airport to central Manila has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Manila. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Manila is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BKI to MNL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Philippines

  • You've done Manila, now it's time to explore other parts of Philippines. Travel about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its leading attractions. From Pinky Spikes to Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Taguig is another standout destination in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without a visit to Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.

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