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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to China from RM 435

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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SHA
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
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 7 November 2025.

Fri 28/1120:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 10mAirAsia
Wed 3/1200:20CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 5/11RM 765
Fri 12/1221:55BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Tue 16/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 7/11RM 803
Thu 27/1120:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 10mAirAsia
Tue 2/1203:05CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 05mAirAsia
Deal found 4/11RM 815
Sun 23/1120:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 10mAirAsia
Mon 1/1200:20CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 5/11RM 865
Thu 13/1115:05BKI - HGH
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Thu 20/1120:35HGH - BKI
Nonstop4h 20mAirAsia
Deal found 6/11RM 891
Fri 14/1120:05BKI - CAN
Nonstop3h 10mAirAsia
Sat 22/1100:20CAN - BKI
Nonstop3h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 5/11RM 924
Fri 12/1219:05BKI - PVG
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Wed 17/1222:50PVG - BKI
1 stop19h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11RM 928
Fri 12/1219:05BKI - SHA
1 stop22h 20mChina Southern
Wed 17/1208:50SHA - BKI
1 stop9h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11RM 928
Thu 13/1115:05BKI - HGH
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Sat 15/1120:35HGH - BKI
Nonstop4h 20mAirAsia
Deal found 6/11RM 945
Thu 13/1119:05BKI - PVG
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Sat 15/1106:55PVG - BKI
1 stop11h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11RM 953
Thu 13/1119:05BKI - SHA
1 stop15h 05mChina Southern
Sat 15/1108:50SHA - BKI
1 stop9h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11RM 953
Sun 21/1215:05BKI - HGH
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Sun 28/1220:35HGH - BKI
Nonstop4h 20mAirAsia
Deal found 6/11RM 970

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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 765

One-way from

RM 435

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 1,150

Good round-trip deal

RM 854 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 389 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 28/11-3/12
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 25m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to China
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 10/12
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (RM 776 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 219 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 7 November 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 Kinabalu

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Return

Price

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 27/11

20:05-23:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 2/12

03:05-06:10

Nonstop3h 05m

RM 815

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 23/11

20:05-23:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 1/12

00:20-03:35

Nonstop3h 15m

RM 865

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/12

19:05-17:25

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/12

08:50-18:00

1 stop9h 10m

RM 928

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/1

20:05-23:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 11/1

01:35-09:35

1 stop8h 00m

RM 987

Kota KinabaluGuangzhou

BKI - CAN

BKICAN

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 29/11

17:00-02:10

1 stop9h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 3/12

00:20-03:35

Nonstop3h 15m

RM 1,008

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/1

19:00-13:50

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/1

20:35-18:00

1 stop21h 25m

RM 1,008

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/12

19:05-13:10

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/12

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,020

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/3

22:40-00:20

1 stop25h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/3

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,024

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 22/12

19:00-19:25

1 stop24h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 29/12

18:15-18:00

1 stop23h 45m

RM 1,041

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/1

19:05-00:25

1 stop29h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/1

20:25-18:00

1 stop21h 35m

RM 1,045

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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 406). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 765). 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 7 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Kota Kinabalu to China in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 7 November 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
119 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

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
119 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

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
174 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

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
220 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

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, China Southern, or XiamenAir 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 435. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scoot 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.

  • 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 406). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 765). 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapestRM 418AverageRM 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 593AverageRM 1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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ScootCheapestRM 906AverageRM 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 956AverageRM 1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapestRM 988AverageRM 1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 995AverageRM 1,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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