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Only Philippines AirAsia operates flights between Kota Kinabalu and Manila.

Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

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

• Philippines AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $146 round-trip, compared to $270 via a layover through Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $29–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Philippines AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila most commonly pass through:

• Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) - 83% of one-stop connections
• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 17% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Kota Kinabalu to Manila route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $131 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $175, a difference of $44. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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 Manila route, 34% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 3 minutes.

Some of the most popular sights in Manila are Manila Ocean Park, U.S. Embassy and Quiapo Church. These are among the most viewed places in Manila on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kota Kinabalu to Manila:

• Earliest: departs at 1:45 am and lands at 3:55 am
• Latest: departs at 7:05 pm and lands at 9:15 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 10m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 23% above the route average of $155. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manila takes 2h 10m, covering 681 miles.

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.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $228 to $1,144. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Kota Kinabalu to Manila are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $205, which is 125% above the typical average for this route.

Philippines AirAsia is the only airline operating Kota Kinabalu to Manila flights. 66% of its flights are on time.

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 25m, compared with 14h 39m via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN).

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Europcar
· Hertz
· Avis
· Thrifty
· Fox

Round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Manila range from $126 to $205, with an average of $155 over the past 12 months. Anything below $126 counts as a good deal.