Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 3 hours.
Hong Kong and Kota Kinabalu are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Flights from HKG to BKI start at 13:05 — the earliest with AirAsia. The last service of the day is at 21:10 with AirAsia. Overall, you can take your pick of 18 weekly Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HKG to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Kota Kinabalu (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is a snap with AirAsia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
AirAsia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating HKG to BKI flights, AirAsia leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between HKG and BKI:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Currently, £67 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £121. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from HKG to BKI by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Of the flights that depart from Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Hong Kong International Airport is about 20 miles from central Hong Kong. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HKG? If you're boarding an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Consider booking a hotel near BKI if you're catching a late Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car and discover Kota Kinabalu and beyond with your own set of wheels. NH Travel, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Kota Kinabalu International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately 5 miles from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kota Kinabalu in February.
Before locking in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HKG to BKI in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Sandakan is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kota Kinabalu. Around 140 miles away to the east, its top attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Malaysia, head for Tawau, roughly 170 miles south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are highlights.