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Flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Phuket.Rs19,154 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,154, select.
Phuket.Rs19,192 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,192, select.
Phuket.Rs21,008 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,008, select.
Phuket.Rs21,246 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,246, select.
Phuket.Rs22,341 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,341, select.
Phuket.Rs22,341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,341, select.
Phuket.Rs24,961 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,961, select.
Phuket.Rs25,189 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs25,189, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from Rs22,341
Jul
from Rs21,008
Aug
from Rs19,192
Sep
from Rs19,154
Oct
from Rs25,189
Nov
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Dec
from Rs22,341
Jan
from Rs21,246
Feb
from Rs30,748
Mar
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Apr
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May
from Rs24,961

Kota Kinabalu to Phuket: Alternative routes

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

Kota Kinabalu to Phuket: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs19,154
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket is Rs39,114. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs39,114.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket.
The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Phuket is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Phuket Airport on Wednesday, 24 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kota Kinabalu Airport and Phuket Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Phuket 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 Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

Flying from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kota Kinabalu.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your BKI to HKT flight.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BKI and HKT include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Penang International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is Rs19,154. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs39,114. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BKI to HKT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Phuket International Airport.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BKI to HKT.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Phuket International Airport.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • 73.51% of flights leaving from Kota Kinabalu International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

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

  • Need a handy hotel close to BKI? If you're catching an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • Book a hotel near HKT if you have a late Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and see more of Phuket and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

  • Phuket International Airport to central Phuket has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Phuket based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Phuket International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Phuket during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from BKI to HKT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Phuket is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you should also see. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a visit to Surat Thani will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Thailand, head for Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are the start of reasons to visit.

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