$116 Cheap Flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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Popular airlines from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)

Cheap Flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (HKG-BKI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $116 for one-way flights and $225 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scoot
Tue, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 7
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$225 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $225 found 1 day ago
Scoot
Thu, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 17
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$225 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $225 found 15 hours ago
Scoot
Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 9
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$238 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $238 found 1 day ago
Scoot
Fri, Aug 15 - Thu, Aug 21
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$239 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $239 found 3 days ago
Scoot
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 26
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$239 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $239 found 2 days ago
Scoot
Thu, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 12
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$246 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $246 found 4 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$251 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $251 found 4 hours ago
Royal Brunei Airlines
Fri, Jul 11 - Sat, Jul 19
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$299 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, Jul 19, priced at $299 found 5 days ago
Shanghai Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 26
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$327 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$327
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Shanghai Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $327 found 6 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 16
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$346 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$346
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Hong Kong SAR to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $346 found 1 day ago
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Flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Origin airport
Hong Kong Intl.
Destination airport
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
Airlines serving
China Eastern Airlines, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, T'Way Air
Roundtrip price
$224
Distance
1141 mi

Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $116 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from HKG to BKI by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from HKG to BKI?
To lock in a cheap fare, search for nonstop flights from HKG to BKI jetting off in September. You can find a one-way AirAsia flight for $74 leaving on September 14 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
If you're departing from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG), you can jump on a nonstop flight to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) with AirAsia.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from HKG to BKI?
With tickets starting at $74 for a one-way flight from HKG to BKI, AirAsia is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from HKG on September 14 2025. Prices were last updated on July 1 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
With, on average, 2 direct flights departing from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) every day, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Flights between HKG and BKI tend to be busiest at 8 PM. If you're after a more relaxed atmosphere and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from HKG to BKI?
Friday has the most flights from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG)'s first flight to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) takes off at approximately 12:00PM UTC+8. With a travel duration of 2h 50m, you'll land at around 2:50PM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
It takes roughly 2 hours and 53 minutes to fly the 1,150 mi from HKG to BKI.
What is the best time to fly from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
To reach Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) on time, choose a flight that takes off from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kota Kinabalu from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from HKG to BKI are typically more expensive. For the best rates, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a HKG to BKI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a HKG to BKI flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Hong Kong Intl. Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your HKG to BKI flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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