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Cheapest round-trip
$163
Typical prices: $220-$355
AirAsia
Sun 10/21Fri 10/26
BKI - ICN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$121
Typical prices: $122-$211
AirAsia
Thu 11/15
BKI - ICN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with AirAsia, Jeju Air and Jin Air. Average duration is 5h 20m
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $167 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon (BKI-ICN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon

Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
AirAsia Logo
1:40 am - 8:20 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
5h 40mnonstop
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7:30 am - 11:55 amICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 25mnonstop
$163AirAsia
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 am - 6:55 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
5h 20mnonstop
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9:20 am - 1:30 pmICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 10mnonstop
$170Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
AirAsia Logo
1:40 am - 8:20 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
5h 40mnonstop
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7:30 am - 11:55 amICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 25mnonstop
$177AirAsia
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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11:55 pm - 6:30 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
5h 35mnonstop
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7:30 am - 11:55 amICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 25mnonstop
$214AirAsia
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 2:25 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
12h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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7:30 am - 11:55 amICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 25mnonstop
$262Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:40 am - 8:20 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
5h 40mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 12:05 pmICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
23h 45m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$266Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:45 am - 6:20 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
15h 35m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Kalibo
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9:20 am - 1:30 pmICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 10mnonstop
$270Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 2:25 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
12h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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7:10 pm - 11:30 pmICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 20mnonstop
$280Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 11:40 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
9h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 11:55 amICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 25mnonstop
$280Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:40 am - 8:20 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-ICN Incheon Intl
5h 40mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 11:30 pmICN  Incheon Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 20mnonstop
$280Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport typically range from $220 to $355. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $163, on AirAsia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport at $218 round-trip.
•December ($378) and January ($331) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon

 
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Key details for Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$121
Beat the crowds with an average 84% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport

When to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 5:50 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 pm and lands at 4:10 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 20m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport takes 5h 20m, covering 2,273 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport range from $220 to $355, with an average of $272 over the past 12 months. Anything below $220 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 8% below the route average of $272. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $167 round-trip via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), compared to $275 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    AirAsia is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Jeju Air has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flights are:

    • AirAsia: 94% on time
    • Jeju Air: 90% on time
    • Jin Air: 83% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $15–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jeju Air and Jin Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $163 to $1,134. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $143, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Incheon Intl Airport (ICN)?

    Incheon Intl Airport (ICN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $12 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • WECAR
    • Wheego
    • Yesaway
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Incheon Intl (ICN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 51m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Fuzhou (FOC) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $248 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $307, a difference of $59.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Kota Kinabalu and Incheon Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • AirAsia
    • Jeju Air
    • Jin Air

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport?

    Flying via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 18m, compared with 13h 13m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 16h 11m via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN).

  • What is the time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Incheon Intl Airport?

    Incheon Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Kota Kinabalu (Korean Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Incheon Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Incheon Intl Airport are Songdo Convensia and Songdo Central Park. These are among the most viewed places in Incheon Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jeju Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jin Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $248, about $59 less than Tuesday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $218 round-trip in that month - typically $160 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with AirAsia. Over the past three months, 94% of AirAsia flights from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 51m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $167 round-trip on this route - about $108 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Incheon Intl Airport.

    • Grand Hyatt Incheon
    • Best Western Premier Incheon Airport
    • Hotel Ora Incheon

Prefer to fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Incheon?

 
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Direct departures

Kota Kinabalu to Incheon Intl

Monday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Sunday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

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Direct returns

Incheon Intl to Kota Kinabalu

Monday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

Sunday

AirAsia,Jeju Air,Jin Air

AirAsia,Jeju Air, +1 more

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