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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu from HK$529

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 13-5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — BKI
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

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 Sunday or Thursday 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

HK$972

One-way from

HK$529

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

HK$1,299

Good round-trip deal

HK$1,084 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 11-3-16-3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 50m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 13-5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (HK$3,122 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (HK$697 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
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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 February 2025.

Tue 11-313:05HKG - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
Sun 16-316:55BKI - HKG
Nonstop3h 00mAirAsia
Deal found 20-2HK$972
Tue 11-321:55HKG - BKI
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16-316:55BKI - HKG
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20-2HK$1,268
Tue 11-321:55HKG - BKI
1 stop21h 10mScoot
Sun 16-319:15BKI - HKG
1 stop10h 40mScoot
Deal found 20-2HK$1,485
Wed 5-317:40HKG - BKI
1 stop30h 50mChina Eastern
Fri 7-301:30BKI - HKG
1 stop11h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 20-2HK$1,734
Tue 4-301:30HKG - BKI
1 stop23h 00mJeju Air
Fri 7-301:30BKI - HKG
1 stop23h 00mJeju Air
Deal found 20-2HK$3,010
Sun 17-815:15HKG - BKI
2 stops22h 50mBatik Air
Fri 29-811:20BKI - HKG
1 stop26h 55mBatik Air
Deal found 20-2HK$3,189
Thu 1-523:00HKG - BKI
2 stops25h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 5-505:20BKI - HKG
2 stops31h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 20-2HK$4,130
Wed 30-414:35HKG - BKI
1 stop10h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 5-512:40BKI - HKG
1 stop11h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20-2HK$4,277
Fri 21-300:40HKG - BKI
1 stop23h 55mAsiana Airlines
Fri 28-301:45BKI - HKG
1 stop20h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 19-2HK$5,327
Tue 29-400:40HKG - BKI
1 stop21h 45mT'way Air
Mon 5-523:25BKI - HKG
1 stop23h 50mT'way Air
Deal found 20-2HK$6,805
Tue 11-314:05HKG - BKI
2 stops27h 55mChina Southern
Sun 16-319:05BKI - HKG
2 stops27h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 20-2HK$24,824

Find flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

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Fly from

Hong Kong

Fly to

Kota Kinabalu

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 11-3

13:05-15:55

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 16-3

16:55-19:55

Nonstop3h 00m

HK$972

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 11-3

21:55-19:05

1 stop21h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 16-3

16:55-19:55

Nonstop3h 00m

HK$1,268

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 11-3

21:55-19:05

1 stop21h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 16-3

19:15-05:55

1 stop10h 40m

HK$1,485

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 5-3

17:40-00:30

1 stop30h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7-3

01:30-12:40

1 stop11h 10m

HK$1,734

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 4-3

01:30-00:30

1 stop23h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7-3

01:30-00:30

1 stop23h 00m

HK$3,010

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 17-8

15:15-14:05

2 stops22h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 29-8

11:20-14:15

1 stop26h 55m

HK$3,189

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 1-5

23:00-00:40

2 stops25h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5-5

05:20-12:25

2 stops31h 05m

HK$4,130

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 30-4

14:35-00:40

1 stop10h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5-5

12:40-23:50

1 stop11h 10m

HK$4,277

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 21-3

00:40-00:35

1 stop23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 28-3

01:45-22:40

1 stop20h 55m

HK$5,327

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 29-4

00:40-22:25

1 stop21h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5-5

23:25-23:15

1 stop23h 50m

HK$6,805

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

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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 return flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 14 February 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 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 21 February 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 midday could potentially save you up to 4% 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from HKG to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 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 February 2025.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
875 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

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?

    Booking a flight from Hong Kong Intl (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is your only option if you wish to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu, all of which are around 2h 50m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Within the past month, 374 users have taken a look at flights from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    According to our current data, AirAsia (HK$972), Scoot (HK$1,485), and China Eastern (HK$1,734) offers the cheapest pricing from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. These flights start at 34% 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$529. Scoot flights start at HK$778 while deals on Royal Brunei Airlines start at HK$1,190 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$1,000. On average you can expect to pay HK$1,759. The most popular route, (Hong Kong Intl - Kota Kinabalu), can usually be booked for HK$949.

  • 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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AirAsiaCheapestHK$992AverageHK$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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