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Cheap flights from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu

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      Kota Kinabalu.P8,985 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,985, select.
      Kota Kinabalu.P8,985 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Fri, 28 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,985, select.
      Kota Kinabalu.P9,020 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,020, select.
      Kota Kinabalu.P9,022 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,022, select.
      Kota Kinabalu.P9,132 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,132, select.
      Kota Kinabalu.P9,202 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,202, select.
      Kota Kinabalu.P9,770 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Fri, 4 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Hong Kong Intl on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,770, select.
      Kota Kinabalu.P10,069 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,069, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in November.
      May
      from P15,112
      Jun
      from P10,617
      Jul
      from P9,202
      Aug
      from P11,122
      Sep
      from P9,020
      Oct
      from P9,132
      Nov
      from P8,985
      Dec
      from P12,212
      Jan
      from P12,129
      Feb
      from P12,879
      Mar
      from P12,874
      Apr
      from P12,242

      Direct flights from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu

      Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

      Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundP8,985
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time2 hrs, 57 mins
      Most popular airlineAirAsia
      Average flights per week10

      Finding cheap flights from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu is P8,985. 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.
      2 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
      AirAsia flies direct from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
      As of May 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
      The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to Kota Kinabalu is usually May 2025.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Wednesday, 26 November 2025.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 57 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 Kota Kinabalu 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 Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
      Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

      Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

      • The average duration of a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 3 hours.

      • Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu are in the same timezone, UTC+8.

      • Flights from HKG to BKI start at 13:05 — the earliest with AirAsia. The last service of the day is at 21:10 with AirAsia. Overall, you can take your pick of 18 weekly Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flights.

      • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HKG to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

      • Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

      • Getting to Kota Kinabalu (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is a snap with AirAsia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

      • AirAsia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

      • Among carriers operating HKG to BKI flights, AirAsia leads the way for on-time arrivals.

      • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between HKG and BKI:

        • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

        • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

        • Changi International Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

      • Currently, P4,703 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P8,985. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • Get cheap tickets from HKG to BKI by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

      • June is the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

      • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HKG to BKI by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

      • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

      Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

      • You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.

      • Of the flights that depart from Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

      • Hong Kong International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

      • Looking for a handy hotel close to HKG? If you're boarding an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

      Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

      Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu

      • Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

      When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

      • August is the most popular month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kota Kinabalu in February.

      • Before locking in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from HKG to BKI in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

      Explore more of Malaysia

      • Sandakan is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kota Kinabalu. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

      • If you're eager to discover another major destination in Malaysia, head for Tawau, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are highlights.

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