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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu from HK$846

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 16-9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — BKI
30 May — 6 Jun1
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 28 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday 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 30 April 2026.

Mon 14-921:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Thu 24-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 28-4HK$1,528
Tue 9-613:15
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11-601:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25-4HK$1,536
Thu 27-813:05
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31-801:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28-4HK$1,559
Fri 28-813:05
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29-4HK$1,567
Thu 17-921:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Sat 26-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 28-4HK$1,575
Sun 21-621:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Sat 27-601:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 25-4HK$1,583
Mon 14-921:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Sat 26-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 28-4HK$1,591
Wed 9-913:05
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28-4HK$1,599
Thu 17-921:25
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop3h 05m
HK Express
Sun 27-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
HK Express
Deal found 28-4HK$1,606
Mon 14-913:05
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28-4HK$1,622
Wed 16-913:05
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27-901:15
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28-4HK$1,630
Wed 16-913:05
HKG
-
BKI
Nonstop2h 50m
AirAsia
Sat 26-909:20
BKI
-
HKG
Nonstop2h 55m
AirAsia
Deal found 28-4HK$1,669

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 30 April 2026.

Round-trip from

HK$1,528

One-way from

HK$846

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

HK$1,951

Good round-trip deal

HK$1,710 or less

Good one-way deal

HK$1,030 or less
HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 14-9-24-9
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 16-9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (HK$749 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 26-6

21:25-00:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3-7

01:15-04:25

Nonstop3h 10m

HK$1,873

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 12-6

08:45-18:20

1 stop9h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 13-6

01:15-04:25

Nonstop3h 10m

HK$2,053

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 9-6

08:45-17:00

1 stop8h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16-6

12:15-16:00

2 stops27h 45m

HK$2,688

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 9-6

13:15-16:05

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 18-6

01:30-20:15

3 stops18h 45m

HK$2,923

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 26-6

22:35-16:05

3 stops17h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3-7

01:15-04:25

Nonstop3h 10m

HK$3,182

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 24-5

15:05-00:30

1 stop9h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 31-5

01:30-23:45

1 stop22h 15m

HK$3,323

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 21-5

12:50-00:30

1 stop11h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 30-5

01:30-12:45

1 stop11h 15m

HK$3,323

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 21-6

20:45-08:50

1 stop12h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 27-6

01:30-20:15

3 stops18h 45m

HK$3,605

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 18-9

15:15-10:30

1 stop19h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 27-9

16:20-14:15

1 stop21h 55m

HK$4,004

Hong KongKota Kinabalu

HKG - BKI

HKGBKI

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 22-5

15:05-00:30

1 stop9h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 26-5

01:30-21:05

1 stop19h 35m

HK$4,091

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Best time to book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

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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?

The best time to book flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is 27 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (average of HK$737). Flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in August is currently the most expensive (average of HK$1,301). 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 30 April 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 30 April 2026.

The most flights from HK0 to BKI are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

About 17% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Sunday 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 8% 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 30 April 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

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

6.6
HK Express
7.3
Good
44 reviews
HK Express
7.3
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

6.6
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
232 reviews
HK Express
7.3
Good
44 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

6.6

Related info for your journey

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

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

    HK Express can get you from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in just under 3h 05m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is about 1835 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, HK Express (HK$960), and AirAsia (HK$1,089) 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 (95%), HK Express (95%), AirAsia( 80%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is HK$789. On average you can expect to pay HK$1,640. The most popular route, (Hong Kong Intl - Kota Kinabalu), can usually be booked for HK$1,591.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (average of HK$737). Flying from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in August is currently the most expensive (average of HK$1,301). 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$960AverageHK$1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
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AirAsiaCheapestHK$1,089AverageHK$1,916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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