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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to China from RM 378

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SHA
4 janv. — 11 janv.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 5 décembre 2025.

mer. 10/1220:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 10mAirAsia
mar. 16/1203:05CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 05mAirAsia
Deal found 2/12RM 925
dim. 14/1219:05BKI - PVG
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
dim. 21/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12RM 1,016
ven. 12/1219:05BKI - PVG
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
mar. 16/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12RM 1,032
mer. 10/1220:00BKI - CAN
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 16/1203:05CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12RM 1,036
ven. 12/1219:05BKI - PVG
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
mer. 17/1206:55PVG - BKI
1 stop11h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 2/12RM 1,048
ven. 12/1219:05BKI - SHA
1 stop15h 05mChina Southern
mer. 17/1208:50SHA - BKI
1 stop9h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 2/12RM 1,048
ven. 19/1220:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 10mAirAsia
sam. 3/100:20CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 4/12RM 1,085
mer. 24/1201:45BKI - PVG
1 stop23h 00mChina Southern
sam. 27/1222:50PVG - BKI
1 stop25h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12RM 1,131
dim. 14/1219:05BKI - PVG
2 stops20h 00mChina Southern
lun. 22/1220:25PVG - BKI
1 stop28h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12RM 1,147
jeu. 18/1219:05BKI - HGH
1 stop24h 15mChina Southern
lun. 22/1222:35HGH - BKI
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 2/12RM 1,155
dim. 14/1221:55BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
dim. 21/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 3/12RM 1,172
jeu. 4/1219:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 25mChina Southern
ven. 5/1214:40CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12RM 1,225

Find 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 5 décembre 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 818

One-way from

RM 378

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 1,106

Good round-trip deal

RM 824 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 479 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 16/1-22/1
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 25m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to China
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 23/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (RM 664 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 215 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 5 décembre 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kota Kinabalu to China that are best for you.

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Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

ven. 16/1

20:05-23:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

jeu. 22/1

00:20-03:35

Nonstop3h 15m

RM 818

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

dim. 18/1

20:00-09:30

1 stop13h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

sam. 24/1

00:20-03:35

Nonstop3h 15m

RM 822

Kota KinabaluHangzhou

BKI - HGH

BKIHGH

Kota Kinabalu

dim. 18/1

15:05-19:30

Nonstop4h 25m

Hangzhou

dim. 25/1

20:35-00:55

Nonstop4h 20m

RM 900

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

mar. 6/1

19:00-09:55

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 13/1

20:35-18:00

1 stop21h 25m

RM 925

Kota KinabaluHangzhou

BKI - HGH

BKIHGH

Kota Kinabalu

ven. 16/1

19:05-16:15

1 stop21h 10m

Hangzhou

lun. 19/1

08:35-18:00

1 stop9h 25m

RM 933

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

jeu. 8/1

01:45-20:20

1 stop18h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/1

11:50-00:30

1 stop12h 40m

RM 933

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

dim. 18/1

19:00-13:50

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dim. 25/1

18:15-18:00

1 stop23h 45m

RM 933

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

ven. 16/1

21:55-02:20

Nonstop4h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jeu. 22/1

01:35-11:10

1 stop9h 35m

RM 942

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

jeu. 22/1

01:45-05:15

Nonstop3h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

lun. 26/1

20:55-00:30

Nonstop3h 35m

RM 946

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

dim. 8/3

20:05-23:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

sam. 14/3

00:20-03:35

Nonstop3h 15m

RM 962

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to China

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China (average of RM 399). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 724). 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 5 décembre 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Kota Kinabalu to China in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to China delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Kota Kinabalu and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kota Kinabalu to China 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?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kota Kinabalu to China flights?

Over the past year, Shanghai Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 5 décembre 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern, China Eastern, andAirAsia from Kota Kinabalu to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
121 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
121 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
121 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
121 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
222 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
121 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    There are many flights that can get you from Kota Kinabalu to China in 3h 10m. Fly via AirAsia, XiamenAir, or China Southern to get the fastest option. There are 1963 km between Kota Kinabalu and China. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 240. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern and XiamenAir, 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 - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Kota Kinabalu - Guangzhou Baiyun or Kota Kinabalu - Shanghai Pu Dong when deciding on the best route from Kota Kinabalu to China.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China (average of RM 399). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to China in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 724). 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 6 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to China

Discover the top 6 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 5 décembre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapestRM 410AverageRM 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 583AverageRM 1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 879AverageRM 1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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ScootCheapestRM 891AverageRM 966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapestRM 971AverageRM 1,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 978AverageRM 1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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