Kota Kinabalu to Shenzhen (BKI–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BKI–SZX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. AirAsia leads the route. The flight covers 1,164 miles in approximately 3h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK AirAsia | 7 | 32A | 3h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BKI: +08 · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu, it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
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 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
BKI–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKI to SZX
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BKI to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKI to SZX ranges from 3 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,164 miles (1,873 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via TPE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.