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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu from HK$699

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 27-8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — BKI
8 Jul — 15 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in November or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 3 July 2025.

Round-trip from

HK$1,256

One-way from

HK$699

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

HK$1,727

Good round-trip deal

HK$2,002 or less

Good one-way deal

HK$1,246 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 4-11-20-11
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 27-8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (HK$1,673 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (HK$564 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Hong Kong 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 3 July 2025.

Tue 4-1113:00HKG - BKI
Nonstop2h 55mAirAsia
Thu 20-1109:15BKI - HKG
Nonstop3h 00mAirAsia
Deal found 2-7HK$1,256
Fri 31-1013:00HKG - BKI
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3-1118:55BKI - HKG
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2-7HK$1,429
Tue 16-919:20HKG - BKI
1 stop24h 05mScoot
Fri 19-922:00BKI - HKG
1 stop20h 20mScoot
Deal found 2-7HK$1,460
Thu 21-818:15HKG - BKI
1 stop7h 05mPhilippines AirAsia
Tue 26-801:45BKI - HKG
1 stop15h 30mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 2-7HK$1,562

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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 3 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

Fly from

Hong Kong

Fly to

Kota Kinabalu

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 4-11

13:00-15:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 20-11

09:15-12:15

Nonstop3h 00m

HK$1,256

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 31-10

13:00-15:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3-11

18:55-04:35

1 stop9h 40m

HK$1,429

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 16-9

19:20-19:25

1 stop24h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 19-9

22:00-18:20

1 stop20h 20m

HK$1,460

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 21-8

18:15-01:20

1 stop7h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 26-8

01:45-17:15

1 stop15h 30m

HK$1,562

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 27-8

13:25-16:25

Nonstop3h 00m

HK$699

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 27-8

19:20-11:15

1 stop15h 55m

HK$793

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 17-8

18:15-01:20

1 stop7h 05m

HK$801

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 18-7

17:40-01:20

1 stop7h 40m

HK$856

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 20-7

14:40-20:30

1 stop5h 50m

HK$1,444

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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.
Estimated return price
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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 June 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 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 3 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 3 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, such as Scoot, Philippines AirAsia, andAirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

6.6

Food

5.7

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CSX - SIN

boarding experience was bad, flight was delayed. was woke up 1 hour prior to arrival to destination saying that we are arriving, mind that it was a overnight flight it surely does not taste well.

Comfort

6.6

Food

5.7

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CSX - SIN

boarding experience was bad, flight was delayed. was woke up 1 hour prior to arrival to destination saying that we are arriving, mind that it was a overnight flight it surely does not taste well.

Comfort

6.6

Food

5.7

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CSX - SIN

boarding experience was bad, flight was delayed. was woke up 1 hour prior to arrival to destination saying that we are arriving, mind that it was a overnight flight it surely does not taste well.

Comfort

6.6

Food

5.7

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CSX - SIN

boarding experience was bad, flight was delayed. was woke up 1 hour prior to arrival to destination saying that we are arriving, mind that it was a overnight flight it surely does not taste well.

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?

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

    According to our current data, AirAsia (HK$1,256), Scoot (HK$1,460), and Philippines AirAsia (HK$1,562) offers the cheapest pricing from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. These flights start at 26% 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$699. Scoot flights start at HK$793 while deals on Philippines AirAsia start at HK$801 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$858. On average you can expect to pay HK$1,742. The most popular route, (Hong Kong Intl - Kota Kinabalu), can usually be booked for HK$1,256.

  • 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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Top airline flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapestHK$1,052AverageHK$1,675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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