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Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou

Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Guangzhou.

Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP7,885
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou is P7,885. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.
AirAsia and China Southern fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.
As of April 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Monday, 8 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Guangzhou but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Guangzhou is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Flying from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

  • Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kota Kinabalu.

  • Each week, there are 16 Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, jump on the 19:05 China Southern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:55 with China Southern Airlines.

  • To ensure you catch your BKI to CAN flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Flying into Guangzhou (and then exploring more of China!) is easy with AirAsia. This popular airline has direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

  • AirAsia is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • China Southern Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers BKI to CAN flights. An impressive 97.47% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BKI and CAN include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • At the moment, P4,019 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P7,885. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from BKI to CAN, book your journey seven months before your departure date.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BKI to CAN.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • 73.51% of flights departing from Kota Kinabalu International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BKI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou

  • CAN is located at Airport W Ave.

  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Guangzhou. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Guangzhou. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Guangzhou is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKI to CAN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • Guangzhou has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. About 105 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, a visit to Shenzhen will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in China, head for Dongguan, roughly 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画 are key highlights.

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