How often are flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Manila and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Over the past year, AirAsia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

How popular is this Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

The Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

For as low as £135, Philippines AirAsia can have you in Kota Kinabalu from Manila in 2h 05m. The distance between Manila and Kota Kinabalu is about 681 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Can I find deals for flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

The price you pay for your flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of £82). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in June is currently the most expensive (average of £128). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MNL to BKI?

When flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.

Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between £101 and £113 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £132 on Philippines AirAsia (25 Nov–2 Dec).

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How popular is this Manila to Kota Kinabalu flight route?
The Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Kota Kinabalu flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
For as low as £135, Philippines AirAsia can have you in Kota Kinabalu from Manila in 2h 05m. The distance between Manila and Kota Kinabalu is about 681 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Can I find deals for flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu (average of £82). Flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu in June is currently the most expensive (average of £128). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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The price you pay for your flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MNL to BKI?

When flying from Manila to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?

Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.

Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between £101 and £113 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £132 on Philippines AirAsia (25 Nov–2 Dec).

How often are flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Manila and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Over the past year, AirAsia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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Manila to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between £101 and £113 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £132 on Philippines AirAsia (25 Nov–2 Dec).