Kota Kinabalu to Hangzhou (BKI–HGH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BKI–HGH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. AirAsia leads the route. The flight covers 1,703 miles in approximately 4h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK AirAsia | 7 | 32A | 4h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Hangzhou from Kota Kinabalu
| Metric | BKI→HGH | BWN→HGH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKI | – | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 30m | 4h 40m |
Travel Essentials
BKI: +08 · HGH: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu, it's 6:00 PM in Hangzhou.
Malaysian passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a mutual visa exemption agreement that took effect in July 2025. The maximum cumulative stay is 90 days within any 180-day period. Covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Work and study still require a separate visa.
Metro Line 7 connects the airport to the city. Transfer to Line 1 or Line 2 for most central destinations including the West Lake area; total journey 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). Operating hours: 6am to 11pm.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥70–110 (metered). DiDi ride-hailing is cheaper and convenient. Airport shuttle coaches (¥20–30) run fixed routes to major hotels. Car rental is available at the terminal. Hangzhou is a 45-minute high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao if connecting overland.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and extremely humid (30–38°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall June through September. Thunderstorms and the Meiyu (plum rain) season in June cause regular delays. Typhoons from the South China Sea occasionally affect the region in August–September.
Winters are cold but rarely severe (0–8°C) with occasional frost and light snow. Spring (April–May) is rainy and foggy, which can reduce runway visibility. October and November are the most pleasant and reliable for travel.
BKI–HGH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKI to HGH
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BKI to HGH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKI to HGH is about 4 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,703 miles (2,741 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hong Kong, Guangzhou Baiyun and Shenzhen Bao'an. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN).