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September 10 - September 19

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$152

$184

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November 4 - November 13

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$152

$184

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November 4 - November 27

Cheapest

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$144

$184

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November 4 - November 20

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$146

$184

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November 4 - November 11

Best

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$155

$186

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September 15 - September 22

Best

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$157

$187

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November 4 - November 22

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$145

$187

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November 15 - November 27

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$149

$188

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October 7 - October 17

Best

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$161

$188

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October 7 - October 27

Best

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$155

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Insights for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu cover a distance of 1835 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short hop but typically shorter than intercontinental travel. Understanding the distance helps in planning your travel time and expectations for the flight experience.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, fares typically range from $175–$285, with a median of $197. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu? The data indicates that February is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $157. Other cost-effective options include November, with a median fare of $184, and September, where the median fare is $186. Planning your trip around these months could result in lower travel costs.

A meaningful share of recent fares for this route are non-stop, with 60.9% of itineraries being direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, travelers typically experience one stopover. This mix provides flexibility, allowing you to choose between direct convenience or potentially more varied flight times with a stop.

How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 6h 15m. This median duration accounts for both direct flights and those with stopovers, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this medium-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Regular price: $114 - $315

Prices for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 114 USD and 315 USD. The current lowest deal is 184 USD with Hong Kong Express Airways, for travel from Sep 10 to Sep 19.

now $184

Low $114

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The cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is February, with a median price of $157. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $267. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

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Flights from $157

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Flights from $267

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Direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong Express Airways

Last-minute flights going from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong (HKG) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Hong Kong Express Airways

$274

$244

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong (HKG) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Hong Kong Express Airways

$294

$249

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong (HKG) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Hong Kong Express Airways

$293

$250

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong (HKG) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Hong Kong Express Airways

$279

$254

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong (HKG) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Hong Kong Express Airways

$274

$255

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HKG - Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong (HKG) - Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Hong Kong Express Airways

$265

$257

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

3 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 4

$294 → $249

15%

2 nights

Jul 20 - Jul 22

$344 → $299

13%

2 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 3

$293 → $250

15%

3 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 9

$272 → $230

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong - Kota Kinabalu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are below the typical level at $184.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $157.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 15m

The median flight duration for this route is 6h 15m; 60.9% of recent deals are direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals, with 1.03 deals per day

Deals on flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu are frequent, with 1.03 deals per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hong Kong Express Airways offers direct flights

Hong Kong Express Airways has offered direct flights on the Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in February for best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $157 for flights to Kota Kinabalu.

Hong Kong main airports to depart from

Hong Kong International (HKG)

Cheapest

Hong Kong International Airport is a good choice for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$184

Kota Kinabalu main airports to arrive at

Kota Kinabalu International (BKI)

Cheapest

Arrive at Kota Kinabalu International for direct access to Kota Kinabalu and surrounding attractions.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$184

Airports nearby Kota Kinabalu used as alternative

Brunei International (BWN)

Brunei International (BWN) can be a robust alternative for international routes to Kota Kinabalu.

📍 ~135 km from Kota Kinabalu (requires international border crossing into Brunei)

💸 Flights from ~$333

Sandakan (SDK)

Sandakan (SDK) is a major domestic airport in Sabah, offering reliable flight schedules to major Malaysian hubs.

📍 ~160 km from Kota Kinabalu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$260

Labuan (LBU)

Labuan (LBU) offers proximity to Kota Kinabalu and regular regional connections, but with limited international destinations.

📍 ~100 km from Kota Kinabalu (requires ferry or short flight to reach from the mainland)

💸 Flights from ~$299

Limbang (LMN)

Cheapest

Limbang (LMN) provides regional connectivity within Sarawak, but it is a small airport with limited flight frequencies.

📍 ~145 km from Kota Kinabalu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$256

Lawas (LWY)

Lawas (LWY) is an alternative regional access point, but it is a very small facility with limited capacity.

📍 ~100 km from Kota Kinabalu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$256

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kota Kinabalu

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $177. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $295, while booking 7-13 days out had an average price of $285. For those planning further ahead, tickets booked 60+ days in advance had an average price of $212.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu is considered to be $175 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $197. Prices historically tend to rise significantly, with 75% of tickets costing $285 or more. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices at or below the $175 threshold.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, with a median price of $157. Other historically affordable months include November, with a median price of $184, and September, with a median price of $186. The annual median price for this route is $197. Therefore, planning your trip for February could offer the most significant savings.

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Insights for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

How much is a round trip from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

The cheapest time to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Direct flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Last-minute flights going from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Popular Airports to fly from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu

Hong Kong - Kota Kinabalu route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights take 6h 15m

Frequent deals, with 1.03 deals per day

Hong Kong Express Airways offers direct flights

Consider booking in February for best prices

Hong Kong main airports to depart from

Kota Kinabalu main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kota Kinabalu used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kota Kinabalu

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