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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
193%Trains are 193% more expensive in Kota Kinabalu than in Manila.
Manila$0.80
Kota Kinabalu$2.34
MealMid-priced restaurant
35%A meal in Kota Kinabalu is 35% cheaper than a meal in Manila.
Manila$8.28
Kota Kinabalu$5.39
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
132%Taxis are 132% more expensive in Kota Kinabalu than in Manila.
Manila$1.24
Kota Kinabalu$2.88
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
5%Coffee in Kota Kinabalu is 5% cheaper than in Manila.
Manila$4.21
Kota Kinabalu$4.01
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 2.81 MYR
1 MYR = 0.36 AUD
Last checked on Sat, 15/03
Distance: 1097 kms
Manila airports
Ninoy Aquino (Manila) International Airport (MNL)How far from city centre: 8 kms
Kota Kinabalu airports
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)How far from city centre: 5 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu

How long does the flight take to go from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
The total flight time between Manila and Kota Kinabalu is of around 02:16 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,098 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Manila to Kota Kinabalu at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu is $82. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Kota Kinabalu expensive to visit compared to Manila?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Kota Kinabalu costs an average of 2.88 AUD, 132% more expensive than Manila, with a fare of 1.24 AUD,

while train tickets costs 193% more in Kota Kinabalu: 2.34 AUD against 0.80 AUD in Manila.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 5.39 AUD in Kota Kinabalu, 35% less than the 8.28 AUD in Manila.

The price of the coffee is around 5% cheaper in Kota Kinabalu, with an average of 4.01 AUD, while in Manila the coffee costs 4.21 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Manila to Kota Kinabalu?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Malaysia may apply when travelling from Manila. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Kota Kinabalu compared to Manila?
While in Manila the temperatures can reach an average of 35.49 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Kota Kinabalu's temperatures can go up to 34.57 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 22.41 ºC in Kota Kinabalu, compared to the 19.87 ºC average degrees reported in Manila. During the winter period, Manila can register 6 mm precipitation, while Kota Kinabalu have an average of 3 mm rain level.

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