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$218+ Cheap flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — BKI
mar. 31 — abr. 71
lun. 3/31
lun. 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in May or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hong Kong (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated marzo 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$221
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$177

Good round-trip deal

$186 or less

Good one-way deal

$123 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 26, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/281:05 pmHKG - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
mar. 4/19:50 amBKI - HKG
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 3/25$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/268:25 pmHKG - BKI
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
lun. 4/282:40 pmBKI - HKG
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/263:05 pmHKG - BKI
1 stop9h 25mChina Eastern
dom. 4/271:30 amBKI - HKG
1 stop12h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/25$234
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/187:20 pmHKG - BKI
1 stop15h 55mScoot
lun. 7/218:25 pmBKI - HKG
1 stop21h 55mScoot
Deal found 3/25$268
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/2512:40 amHKG - BKI
1 stop22h 00mT'way Air
lun. 4/2811:40 pmBKI - HKG
1 stop23h 35mT'way Air
Deal found 3/25$489
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/272:05 amHKG - BKI
1 stop20h 25mJin Air
mar. 4/111:50 pmBKI - HKG
1 stop24h 25mJin Air
Deal found 3/25$545
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/1811:00 pmHKG - BKI
2 stops22h 35mPhilippine Airlines
lun. 7/216:50 amBKI - HKG
2 stops15h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 3/25$572
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/288:45 amHKG - BKI
1 stop10h 35mMalaysia Airlines
mar. 4/13:00 pmBKI - HKG
1 stop8h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 3/25$599
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/282:05 pmHKG - BKI
2 stops27h 55mChina Southern
mar. 4/17:20 pmBKI - HKG
2 stops41h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 3/25$3,224

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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Hong Kong

Fly to

Kota Kinabalu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

sáb. 4/26

8:25 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 4/28

2:40 pm-4:55 am

1 stop14h 15m

$221

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

sáb. 4/26

1:25 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 4/28

9:50 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$253

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

vie. 7/18

7:20 pm-11:15 am

1 stop15h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 7/21

8:25 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$268

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

vie. 7/18

3:05 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 7/20

1:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$436

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

vie. 4/25

12:40 am-10:40 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 4/28

11:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$489

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

vie. 7/18

11:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 7/21

6:50 am-9:50 pm

2 stops15h 00m

$572

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

dom. 7/20

2:35 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$281

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

sáb. 7/19

12:40 am-10:40 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$307

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

dom. 7/20

11:00 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$341

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Deals found on 3/25

Compare providers for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Hong Kong-Kota Kinabalu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Hong Kong-Kota Kinabalu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Hong Kong-Kota Kinabalu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Hong Kong-Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Hong Kong-Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Hong Kong with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 7% on airfare.

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated marzo 26, 2025.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
840 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
China Eastern
7.1
Good
135 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
302 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.6
Okay
203 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kota Kinabalu from Hong Kong Intl. Booking flights from Hong Kong Intl (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Kota Kinabalu from 1 airline. 3h 00m is how long a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    This flight path from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    AirAsia, at $253, was found to be the cheapest airline from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Scoot and China Eastern.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $281 on Malaysia Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include T'way Air from $307 and Philippine Airlines from $341 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu? While on average our users pay $167, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $116. The most popular route (Hong Kong Intl - Kota Kinabalu), is priced around $117.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hong Kong 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.

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Top airline flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 26, 2025.
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AirAsiaCheapest$132Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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