Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu (HKG–BKI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HKG–BKI is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. AirAsia, Cathay Pacific and HK express lead the route. The flight covers 1,141 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK AirAsia | 7 | 32A | 2h50 | – | – | – |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 7 | 321 | 3h05 | – | Oneworld | – |
| UO HK express | 7 | 321 | 3h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kota Kinabalu from Hong Kong
| Metric | HKG→BKI | SZX→BKI | CAN→BKI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HKG | – | 24 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 7 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 50m | 3h 10m | 3h 5m |
Travel Essentials
HKG: HKT · BKI: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong, it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu.
Hong Kong SAR passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. All travelers must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online up to 3 days before arrival.
Airport Express runs from Hong Kong Station (Central) to the airport in 24 minutes; from Kowloon, 21 minutes. Trains depart every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:15am (HK$115 from Central). Hong Kong Station and Kowloon Station offer in-town check-in up to one day before departure.Taxis from Kowloon run around HK$300–350 via the Tsing Ma Bridge; from Hong Kong Island, expect HK$400+. Ferries serve Macau and Pearl River Delta cities. Buses are available but slow. The airport is on Lantau Island, 34km from Central.
HKG–BKI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HKG to BKI
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia, Cathay Pacific and HK express. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HKG to BKI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HKG to BKI ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,141 miles (1,836 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via HGH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX) and Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).