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$83+ Cheap flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — BKI
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sat 1/25
Sat 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in November or May, 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 January 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$83
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$301
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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 January 20, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/151:00 pmHKG - BKI
Nonstop2h 55mAirAsia
Fri 3/219:15 amBKI - HKG
Nonstop3h 00mAirAsia
Deal found 1/18$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/151:00 pmHKG - BKI
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/218:20 amBKI - HKG
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$194
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Sat 3/157:40 amHKG - BKI
1 stop16h 50mChina Eastern
Thu 3/201:30 amBKI - HKG
1 stop12h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/18$227
This Jeju Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Jeju Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/141:30 amHKG - BKI
1 stop23h 00mJeju Air
Thu 3/201:30 amBKI - HKG
1 stop23h 00mJeju Air
Deal found 1/18$341
This T'way Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 T'way Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/62:20 amHKG - BKI
1 stop20h 20mT'way Air
Sun 3/911:40 pmBKI - HKG
1 stop25h 40mT'way Air
Deal found 1/20$419
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sun 2/23:10 pmHKG - BKI
1 stop29h 30mBatik Air
Sat 2/89:30 pmBKI - HKG
1 stop16h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 1/19$420
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 2/27:05 pmHKG - BKI
2 stops20h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 2/89:50 amBKI - HKG
2 stops26h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 1/20$906
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2212:50 amHKG - BKI
1 stop23h 45mAsiana Airlines
Sun 1/261:45 amBKI - HKG
1 stop21h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 1/18$958
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 1/268:25 amHKG - BKI
1 stop17h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 2/410:00 pmBKI - HKG
1 stop14h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,080
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 2/22:05 pmHKG - BKI
2 stops51h 55mChina Southern
Fri 2/73:30 amBKI - HKG
2 stops33h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 1/20$3,198

Find flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

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 January 20, 2025.

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Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 3/15

1:00 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/21

9:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$137

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 3/15

1:00 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/21

8:20 am-10:40 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$194

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 3/15

7:40 am-12:30 am

1 stop16h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 3/20

1:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$227

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 3/14

1:30 am-12:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 3/20

1:30 am-12:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$341

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 3/6

2:20 am-10:40 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 3/9

11:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 40m

$419

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 2/2

3:10 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 2/8

9:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$420

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 2/2

7:05 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 2/8

9:50 am-12:25 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$906

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 3/3

8:45 am-6:20 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 3/8

6:25 am-11:50 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$2,602

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 2/2

2:05 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops51h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/7

3:30 am-12:50 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$3,198

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 6/30

8:35 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$83

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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 January.
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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Travel insights for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 17, 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 January 20, 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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

The most flights from HKG to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 January 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with AirAsia, China Eastern and Philippine Airlines from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
922 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
277 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

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 $137, was found to be the cheapest airline from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Eastern and Jeju Air. AirAsia is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 $83 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Scoot from $115 and Jin Air from $332 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 $198, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $84. 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 January 20, 2025.
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AirAsiaCheapest$134Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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