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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to China from RM 359

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — PVG
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kota Kinabalu to China flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 673

One-way from

RM 359

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,169

Good round-trip deal

RM 522 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 259 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 2/5-20/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 25m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to China
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (RM 1,148 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 230 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Fri 2/520:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 15mAirAsia
Tue 20/503:00CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 10mAirAsia
Deal found 20/2RM 673
Thu 20/321:50BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 30mAirAsia
Wed 26/303:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 21/2RM 686
Wed 12/315:05BKI - HGH
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Sun 16/320:35HGH - BKI
Nonstop4h 20mAirAsia
Deal found 20/2RM 695
Thu 20/311:20BKI - CAN
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/300:20CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2RM 753
Fri 11/416:15BKI - HGH
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 19/423:40HGH - BKI
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2RM 779
Wed 12/319:05BKI - PVG
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Sun 16/320:25PVG - BKI
1 stop21h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2RM 806
Thu 20/321:50BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/320:25PVG - BKI
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2RM 917
Tue 4/311:20BKI - CAN
1 stop14h 50mBatik Air
Thu 6/303:10CAN - BKI
1 stop17h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 21/2RM 939
Mon 3/319:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 25mChina Southern
Wed 5/314:30CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 19/2RM 992
Wed 12/319:05BKI - HGH
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Sun 16/319:35HGH - BKI
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2RM 1,010
Wed 12/319:05BKI - SHA
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Sun 16/321:50SHA - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2RM 1,041
Tue 1/418:40BKI - SHA
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/418:50SHA - BKI
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2RM 1,085

Find flights from Kota Kinabalu to China within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to China 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 407,431 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Kota Kinabalu

Fly to

China

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/5

20:05-23:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 20/5

03:00-06:10

Nonstop3h 10m

RM 673

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 20/3

21:50-02:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/3

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 686

Kota KinabaluHangzhou

BKI - HGH

BKIHGH

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/3

15:05-19:30

Nonstop4h 25m

Hangzhou

Sun 16/3

20:35-00:55

Nonstop4h 20m

RM 695

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 20/3

11:20-02:10

1 stop14h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 23/3

00:20-03:30

Nonstop3h 10m

RM 753

Kota KinabaluHangzhou

BKI - HGH

BKIHGH

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 11/4

16:15-20:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Hangzhou

Sat 19/4

23:40-11:15

1 stop11h 35m

RM 779

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/3

19:05-13:10

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 16/3

20:25-18:00

1 stop21h 35m

RM 806

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 20/3

21:50-02:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/3

20:25-18:00

1 stop21h 35m

RM 917

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 4/3

11:20-02:10

1 stop14h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 6/3

03:10-20:40

1 stop17h 30m

RM 939

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/3

19:05-22:30

Nonstop3h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 5/3

14:30-18:00

Nonstop3h 30m

RM 992

Kota KinabaluHangzhou

BKI - HGH

BKIHGH

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 12/3

19:05-15:15

1 stop20h 10m

Hangzhou

Sun 16/3

19:35-18:00

1 stop22h 25m

RM 1,010

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China

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Travel insights for flights from Kota Kinabalu to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Kota Kinabalu to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China (average of RM 255). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to China in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 312). 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 BKI to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

When flying from Kota Kinabalu to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to China

Explore weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to China. 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from BKI to CN0 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines, Singapore Airlines and China Southern from Kota Kinabalu to China. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,297 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
874 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to China. 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 from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    For a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China, you will be flying from Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is just 5.8 km from the centre of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kota Kinabalu to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as RM 359. However, be on the lookout for offers from Batik Air and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from Kota Kinabalu to China for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    Most travellers choose Kota Kinabalu - Guangzhou Baiyun, Kota Kinabalu - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Kota Kinabalu - Shanghai Pu Dong when deciding on the best route from Kota Kinabalu to China.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    Before booking your flight to China from Kota Kinabalu, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Shanghai Airlines (90%), China Eastern (90%), AirAsia( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    The cheapest flight price from Kota Kinabalu to China is RM 352. On average you can expect to pay RM 1,263. The most popular route, (Kota Kinabalu - Guangzhou Baiyun), can usually be booked for RM 726.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to China 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 Kota Kinabalu to China?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China (average of RM 255). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to China in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 312). 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 8 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to China

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapestRM 443AverageRM 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapestRM 727AverageRM 825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapestRM 815AverageRM 1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 981AverageRM 1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 1,013AverageRM 1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,041AverageRM 1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 1,063AverageRM 1,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 1,366AverageRM 1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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