Find Cheap Flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (HKG - BKI)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$296	AirAsia Nonstop 3 hr Fri, Jun 12 — Sun, Jun 14	The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is currently $296
Cheapest one-way flight	$162	AirAsia Nonstop 3 hr Wed, May 6	The cheapest one-way flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is currently $162
Last-minute weekend getaway	$336	AirAsia Nonstop 3 hr Thu, May 7 — Sun, May 10	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is currently $336
Cheapest business class flights	$1,097	Batik Air 1 stop 19 hr Fri, May 15 — Sun, May 17	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is currently $1,097

Fastest flight	2 hr 50 min	The fastest nonstop flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu takes 2 hr 50 min
Nonstop flights	Every day	There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically August.

January Cheapest	Typical prices: $130–265
August Most expensive	Typical prices: $265–390

Popular airlines from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

AirAsia

Nonstop

from $296

Typical price: $165–445

7 weekly nonstop flights

HKG - BKI Every day

27 weekly connecting flights

HKG - BKI Every day
Hong Kong Express

Nonstop

Typical price: $125–330

6 weekly nonstop flights

HKG - BKI Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Malaysia Airlines

from $547

Typical price: $245–730

37 weekly connecting flights

HKG - BKI Every day
Batik Air

from $460

Typical price: $285–530

29 weekly connecting flights

HKG - BKI Every day
China Southern

from $2,544

Typical price: $2,450–3,200

12 weekly connecting flights

HKG - BKI Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Royal Brunei

from $374

Typical price: $330–600

12 weekly connecting flights

HKG - BKI Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun

Popular airports near Hong Kong

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

Hong Kong Hong Kong 29 min 16 mi

Popular airports near Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

Kota Kinabalu Malaysia 13 min 3 mi
Labuan Airport (LBU)

Labuan Malaysia 3 hr 57 min 73 mi
Lawas Airport (LWY)

Lawas Malaysia 3 hr 25 min 91 mi
Miri Airport (MYY)

Miri Malaysia 6 hr 41 min 183 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

The cheapest flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $130 to $265.

The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu recently found on Google Flights was with AirAsia from $296. The cheapest one-way flight was with AirAsia from $162.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest AirAsia flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $296, flying from Jun 12 to Jun 14.
The cheapest Malaysia Airlines flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $547, flying from Jul 2 to Jul 5.
The cheapest Batik Air flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $460, flying from Jul 3 to Jul 5.
The cheapest China Southern flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $2,544, flying from Jun 19 to Jun 21.
The cheapest Royal Brunei flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $374, flying from May 15 to May 17.

The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu starts at $296 from Fri, Jun 12 to Sun, Jun 14. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $162 and departs on Wed, May 6.

2 hr 50 min is the shortest flight time from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

Peak travel periods are Dec–Feb & Jun–Sep. The tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with a monsoon season Oct–Mar, though rain is always possible. Many shops and restaurants close during Chinese New Year (dates vary) and Hari Raya Puasa (dates vary). Key events include Sabah Fest (May), with traditional music, dance, food and crafts, and the Tadau Ka'amatan rice-harvest festival (May), with rice wine, rituals and a singing competition.

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

In terms of nonstop flights, AirAsia is the most popular. AirAsia offers 7 nonstop flights and 27 connecting flights per week. AirAsia flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .

In terms of flights, Malaysia Airlines is the most popular. Malaysia Airlines offers 37 connecting flights per week. Malaysia Airlines flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .

Other popular airlines flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are:

Hong Kong Express offers 6 nonstop flights per week. Hong Kong Express flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .
Batik Air offers 29 connecting flights per week. Batik Air flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .
China Southern offers 12 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .
Royal Brunei offers 12 connecting flights per week. Royal Brunei flies from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu.

The cheapest round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu recently found on Google Flights was with AirAsia from $296. The cheapest one-way flight was with AirAsia from $162.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest AirAsia flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $296, flying from Jun 12 to Jun 14.
The cheapest Malaysia Airlines flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $547, flying from Jul 2 to Jul 5.
The cheapest Batik Air flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $460, flying from Jul 3 to Jul 5.
The cheapest China Southern flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $2,544, flying from Jun 19 to Jun 21.
The cheapest Royal Brunei flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is $374, flying from May 15 to May 17.

AirAsia and Hong Kong Express fly direct from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

There are 7 AirAsia direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 6 Hong Kong Express direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

The cheapest last-minute deal between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu at price $336 is offered by AirAsia from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10.

AirAsia and Hong Kong Express fly direct from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

There are 7 AirAsia direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 6 Hong Kong Express direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

There are direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu on a daily basis.

The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu start at $296 from Fri, Jun 12 to Sun, Jun 14 with AirAsia.

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu start at $1,097 from Fri, May 15 to Sun, May 17 with Batik Air.

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu start at $296 from Fri, Jun 12 to Sun, Jun 14.

To book business class trips from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu starts at $336 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10 with AirAsia.

The cheapest last-minute deal between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu at price $336 is offered by AirAsia from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10.

To find last-minute flight deals from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.