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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu from HK$540

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 18-3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — BKI
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in January or November, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Monday

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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 6 March 2026.

Mon 20-421:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Fri 24-401:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 5-3HK$954
Wed 15-421:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Tue 21-401:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 1-3HK$962
Sun 19-421:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Sat 25-401:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 5-3HK$970
Thu 16-421:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Wed 22-401:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 2-3HK$977
Sat 4-721:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Wed 8-701:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 5-3HK$985
Sun 8-321:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Tue 10-301:30
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 15m
HK Express
Deal found 5-3HK$1,009
Sat 12-921:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Fri 18-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 4-3HK$1,016
Sun 8-321:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Thu 12-301:30
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 15m
HK Express
Deal found 5-3HK$1,024
Sat 18-421:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Sun 19-401:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 2-3HK$1,032
Mon 20-421:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Sun 26-401:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 5-3HK$1,040
Thu 5-321:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Sat 7-301:30
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 15m
HK Express
Deal found 3-3HK$1,048

Find 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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

HK$954

One-way from

HK$540

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

HK$1,525

Good round-trip deal

HK$1,118 or less

Good one-way deal

HK$879 or less
HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 20-4-24-4
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
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HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 18-3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (HK$512 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 6 March 2026.
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Departure

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Cheapest return flight

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 8-4

14:35-00:40

1 stop10h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 12-4

22:20-23:50

1 stop25h 30m

HK$1,572

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 7-4

14:35-00:40

1 stop10h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 12-4

22:20-23:50

1 stop25h 30m

HK$1,572
Fastest return journey

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 7-4

15:05-00:30

1 stop9h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10-4

01:30-11:50

1 stop10h 20m

HK$2,072

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 3-4

20:05-00:30

1 stop28h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9-4

01:30-23:45

1 stop22h 15m

HK$2,072

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 18-4

18:30-13:35

2 stops19h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 21-4

09:05-17:55

1 stop8h 50m

HK$2,228

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 29-7

08:45-21:35

1 stop12h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2-8

05:20-23:50

1 stop18h 30m

HK$2,393

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 5-4

20:20-00:30

2 stops28h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9-4

01:30-10:30

2 stops33h 00m

HK$3,362

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 16-3

17:30-00:30

2 stops31h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 21-3

01:30-14:25

1 stop12h 55m

HK$3,362

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 4-4

20:05-00:30

1 stop28h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9-4

01:30-10:30

2 stops33h 00m

HK$3,440

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 26-3

21:15-00:30

3 stops27h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 1-4

01:30-10:25

2 stops32h 55m

HK$3,863

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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 27 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is 7 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (average of HK$907). Flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in August is currently the most expensive (average of HK$1,478). 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 6 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu as you normally would.

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 6 March 2026.

The most flights from HK0 to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 119 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Over the past year, HK Express have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

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 6 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, such as HK Express and AirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
HK Express
7.3
Good
44 reviews
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Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Comfort

6.6

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.4
HK Express
7.3
Good
44 reviews
HK Express
7.3
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Comfort

6.6

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.4
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
229 reviews
HK Express
7.3
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Comfort

6.6

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.4

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, 164 users have taken a look at flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

  • How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu?

    Malaysia Airlines, China Eastern, and AirAsia can get you from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in just under 9h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 40m. The distance from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is about 1835 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, HK Express (HK$940), and AirAsia (HK$1,067) offers the cheapest pricing from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu?

    Before booking your flight to Kota Kinabalu from Hong Kong, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Cathay Pacific (86%), HK Express (86%), AirAsia( 85%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is HK$596. On average you can expect to pay HK$1,164. The most popular route, (Hong Kong Intl - Kota Kinabalu), can usually be booked for HK$1,024.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (average of HK$907). Flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in August is currently the most expensive (average of HK$1,478). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
HK ExpressCheapestHK$940AverageHK$1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
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AirAsiaCheapestHK$1,067AverageHK$1,836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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