Cheap Flights from Cebu to Kota Kinabalu from $78

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Cebu to Kota Kinabalu (CEB-BKI)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Philippines AirAsia offers one-way fares as low as $78 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CEB to BKI on Tue, Apr 14), while Philippines AirAsia offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $154 departing on Tue, May 12 and returning on Fri, May 15.

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

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Cebu to Kota Kinabalu with the following airlines, including: Philippines AirAsia Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Cebu 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 Cebu 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 can I find the best deals on flights from Cebu to Kota Kinabalu?

  To find best deals on flights from Cebu 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 Tue, Apr 14, with one-way flights priced at just $78.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Philippines AirAsia.
  · 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 January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Cebu (CEB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) the cheapest?

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

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

  After crunching the numbers on our March flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Cebu to Kota Kinabalu on March 17, 2026 with Philippines AirAsia, with prices starting at $71.

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

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

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

  The time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Cebu is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Cebu 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.