Haikou (Meilan) to Kota Kinabalu (HAK–BKI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
CAN Guangzhou (Huadu) 5h 53m 3UAQCA → AKCZ Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu flights
SZX Shenzhen 6h 18m 3UCACZ → AK Shenzhen (SZX) to Kota Kinabalu flights
HKG Hong Kong 6h 30m CXHUHX → AKCXUO Hong Kong (HKG) to Kota Kinabalu flights
KUL Sepang 7h 20m FYHUOD → 6E8MAK Sepang (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu flights
SIN Singapore 7h 45m HUTR → SQTR Singapore (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu flights
CKG Chongqing 8h 40m 3UCACZ → CZOQ Chongqing (CKG) to Kota Kinabalu flights
HGH Hangzhou 8h 50m 3UCACZ → AK Hangzhou (HGH) to Kota Kinabalu flights
PVG Shanghai (Pudong) 9h 5m 3UAQAY → AKFM Shanghai (Pudong) (PVG) to Kota Kinabalu flights
FOC Fuzhou (Changle) 14h 35m FUHUMF → MF Fuzhou (Changle) (FOC) to Kota Kinabalu flights
ICN Seoul 19h 20m HU → 7CAKKE Seoul (ICN) to Kota Kinabalu flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Haikou (Meilan) to Kota Kinabalu
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

While no nonstop service exists between HAK and BKI, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for HAK to BKI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
CAN ~5h 53m SZX ~6h 18m HKG ~6h 30m KUL ~7h 20m SIN ~7h 45m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
791
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Kota Kinabalu is 0 hours the same as Haikou (Meilan).
HAK: CST · BKI: +08

When it's 6:00 PM in Haikou (Meilan), it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective since July 2025. The cumulative stay must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. Permitted purposes include tourism, business, and family visits. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Employment and study still require a visa obtained in advance.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to HAK

Haikou Metro Line 1 connects Meilan International Airport to the city centre in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–10. The metro runs from roughly 06:30 to 22:30. Airport shuttle buses depart from the central bus station (CNY 15–20). The airport is located about 25 km east of downtown Haikou.DiDi and taxis from the city centre cost CNY 50–90 depending on traffic. Driving via the Haikou Ring Expressway takes 25–40 minutes. Parking is available in the terminal complex.

Facts

HAK–BKI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Haikou (Meilan) to Kota Kinabalu route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: HAK
Full nameHaikou Meilan International Airport
IATA / ICAOHAK / ZJHK
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr27.0M
Elevation75 ft / 23 m
Destination: BKI
Full nameKota Kinabalu International Airport
IATA / ICAOBKI / WBKK
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Elevation10 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HAK to BKI flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Guangzhou Baiyun, Shenzhen Bao'an and Hong Kong.
Yes, return flights from BKI to HAK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Guangzhou Baiyun, Shenzhen Bao'an and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.