What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu is to fly which costs RM 1300 - RM 2700 and takes 11h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu is to fly which takes 11h 20m and costs RM 1300 - RM 2700.

How far is it from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu?

The distance between Melbourne and Kota Kinabalu is 5718 km.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu?

It takes approximately 11h 20m to get from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu is 2h behind Melbourne. It is currently 4:03 PM in Melbourne and 2:03 PM in Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I stay near Kota Kinabalu?

There are 1146+ hotels available in Kota Kinabalu.

Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu - one way to travel via plane

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There is 1 way to get from Melbourne to Kota Kinabalu by plane

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1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)plane MEL - BKI
11h 20m
RM 1,302–2,607

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) flights

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12h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 5,718.4 km
Duration: 11h 20m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia?

Royal Brunei Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) 4 times a day.

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