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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu from HK$622

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 11-6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — BKI
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in May or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated 21 March 2025.

Round-trip from

HK$1,003

One-way from

HK$622

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

HK$1,376

Good round-trip deal

HK$990 or less

Good one-way deal

HK$535 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 8-4-11-4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 50m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 11-6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (HK$3,016 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (HK$722 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 21 March 2025.

Mon 10-1113:00HKG - BKI
Nonstop2h 55mAirAsia
Fri 14-1116:55BKI - HKG
Nonstop3h 00mAirAsia
Deal found 20-3HK$909
Tue 8-419:20HKG - BKI
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11-409:50BKI - HKG
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19-3HK$1,236
Tue 8-407:30HKG - BKI
1 stop17h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 10-401:30BKI - HKG
1 stop19h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 19-3HK$1,764
Sat 28-619:20HKG - BKI
1 stop15h 55mScoot
Wed 2-720:25BKI - HKG
1 stop21h 55mScoot
Deal found 20-3HK$1,842
Tue 1-418:15HKG - BKI
1 stop7h 05mPhilippines AirAsia
Sat 5-401:45BKI - HKG
1 stop15h 30mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 21-3HK$2,417
Thu 20-302:20HKG - BKI
1 stop20h 20mT'way Air
Wed 26-323:40BKI - HKG
1 stop25h 40mT'way Air
Deal found 20-3HK$4,608

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Customise 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 70,647 searches. Data last updated 21 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

Fly from

Hong Kong

Fly to

Kota Kinabalu

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 8-4

13:25-16:25

Nonstop3h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 11-4

09:50-12:40

Nonstop2h 50m

HK$1,003

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 8-4

19:20-19:25

1 stop24h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 11-4

09:50-12:40

Nonstop2h 50m

HK$1,236

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 8-4

07:30-00:30

1 stop17h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10-4

01:30-21:05

1 stop19h 35m

HK$1,764

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 28-6

19:20-11:15

1 stop15h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2-7

20:25-18:20

1 stop21h 55m

HK$1,842

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 30-4

18:15-01:20

1 stop7h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 3-5

01:45-17:15

1 stop15h 30m

HK$2,246

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 16-4

18:20-00:40

2 stops30h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 21-4

05:20-21:50

2 stops16h 30m

HK$6,800

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 29-4

01:25-23:35

1 stop22h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5-5

00:35-00:15

1 stop23h 40m

HK$7,872

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 11-6

13:25-16:25

Nonstop3h 00m

HK$622

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 24-4

20:25-15:45

2 stops19h 20m

HK$816

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 1-5

18:15-01:20

1 stop7h 05m

HK$1,212

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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 return flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 14 March 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 month to book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (average of HK$135). Flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of HK$201). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HK 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 21 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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 21 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, see what other customers have to say about Philippine Airlines, China Eastern and Scoot. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
838 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Richard,Nov 2024

BKK - MNL

Philippine Airlines' website cannot check in and line up for check in in the airport counter took over 2 hours😢
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
838 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
838 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Richard,Nov 2024

BKK - MNL

Philippine Airlines' website cannot check in and line up for check in in the airport counter took over 2 hours😢
China Eastern
7.1
Good
132 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
838 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Richard,Nov 2024

BKK - MNL

Philippine Airlines' website cannot check in and line up for check in in the airport counter took over 2 hours😢
Scoot
6.7
Okay
301 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
838 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Richard,Nov 2024

BKK - MNL

Philippine Airlines' website cannot check in and line up for check in in the airport counter took over 2 hours😢
Philippines AirAsia
6.6
Okay
110 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
838 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Richard,Nov 2024

BKK - MNL

Philippine Airlines' website cannot check in and line up for check in in the airport counter took over 2 hours😢

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 airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Hong Kong?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Within the past month, 338 users have taken a look at flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    According to our current data, AirAsia (HK$1,003), China Eastern (HK$1,764), and Scoot (HK$1,842) offers the cheapest pricing from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at HK$622. Philippines AirAsia flights start at HK$1,430 while deals on T'way Air start at HK$1,562 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is HK$535. On average you can expect to pay HK$932. The most popular route, (Hong Kong Intl - Kota Kinabalu), can usually be booked for HK$1,003.

  • 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 holiday 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (average of HK$135). Flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of HK$201). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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