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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Guangzhou
GuangzhoudirectRM 722
Shanghai
Shanghai1 stopRM 780
Beijing
Beijing1 stopRM 917
Hangzhou
Hangzhou1 stopRM 1,688

Cheap Flight Deals from Kota Kinabalu to China (BKI-CN0)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Kota Kinabalu to China that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to China

Recommended return flight deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Kota Kinabalu to China.
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20:05 - 23:20BKI-CAN
3h 15mdirect
00:25 - 03:35CAN-BKI
3h 10mdirect
RM 722AirAsia
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Thu, 28 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
19:20 - 18:25BKI-SHA
23h 05m1 stop
08:50 - 18:20SHA-BKI
9h 30m1 stop
RM 780China Southern
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Tue, 20 May - Sat, 24 May
20:05 - 23:20BKI-CAN
3h 15mdirect
00:25 - 03:35CAN-BKI
3h 10mdirect
RM 820AirAsia
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Fri, 2 May - Mon, 5 May
19:20 - 11:20BKI-SHA
16h 00m1 stop
10:50 - 18:20SHA-BKI
7h 30m1 stop
RM 837China Southern
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Thu, 8 May - Thu, 15 May
01:30 - 10:25BKI-PEK
8h 55m1 stop
19:30 - 00:30PEK-BKI
29h 00m1 stop
RM 917China Eastern
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Mon, 14 Apr - Tue, 22 Apr
01:30 - 13:00BKI-PEK
11h 30m1 stop
11:30 - 00:30PEK-BKI
13h 00m1 stop
RM 988China Eastern
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Fri, 18 Apr - Sat, 26 Apr
18:40 - 09:45BKI-PVG
15h 05m1 stop
10:55 - 17:40PVG-BKI
6h 45m1 stop
RM 1,054XiamenAir
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Sat, 31 May - Thu, 5 Jun
01:30 - 11:30BKI-CAN
10h 00m1 stop
13:00 - 00:30CAN-BKI
11h 30m1 stop
RM 1,205Shanghai Airlines
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Thu, 1 May - Tue, 6 May
18:40 - 17:05BKI-SHA
22h 25m1 stop
21:55 - 17:40SHA-BKI
43h 45m2 stops
RM 1,307XiamenAir
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Thu, 8 May - Thu, 15 May
01:30 - 05:55BKI-PVG
4h 25mdirect
20:00 - 00:30PVG-BKI
4h 30mdirect
RM 2,645Shanghai Airlines
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Sun, 1 Jun - Fri, 6 Jun

KAYAK's insights & trends for Kota Kinabalu to China flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Kota Kinabalu to China to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest Kota Kinabalu to China flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to China.
The cheapest ticket to China from Kota Kinabalu found in the last 72 hours was to Shenzhen, at RM 514 return. The most popular route is from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was RM 966.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to China?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to China depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to China is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost RM 217 on average. Morning departures are around 17% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to China is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is RM 271.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Kota Kinabalu to China?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of RM 2,079, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to China?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu to China is March, when tickets cost RM 806 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, when the average cost of return tickets is RM 1,263 and RM 1,187 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to China?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to China clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to China on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Kota Kinabalu to China. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below-average price on the flight from Kota Kinabalu to China, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

December

Cheapest flight

RM 319
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai Pudong Airport

FAQs - booking China flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Kota Kinabalu to China.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Kota Kinabalu to China with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to China?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Kota Kinabalu to China up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to China

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Kota Kinabalu to the following destinations at these prices or less: Guangzhou RM 381 one-way - RM 826 round-trip; Shanghai RM 666 one-way - RM 1,128 round-trip

Top 5 airlines serving from Kota Kinabalu to China

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Kota Kinabalu to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
China SouthernOverall score based on 91 reviews
7.8Comfort
7.4Entertainment
8.2Crew
7.9Boarding
7.3Food
Airline reviews

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Mar 2025LGW - CGO
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China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

It was okay. Boarding the staff made you feel rushed like we were late or something

It was great. The staff were so nice and helpful the food was great and they always made sure I was okay. As a foreigner I was worried about the language barrier but it was absolutely no issues. I highly recommend

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

The temperature of the plane cabin is too hot. Sweat and uncomfortable. Also my food tray was broken down drinks fall off

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

I was surprised and appreciate that they actually served a hot meal on such a short, early morning flight. The check in and boarding was hassle free and most of all my Alliance Status / Code Share was recognized and the revelant courtesy was extended; other than some needed attention to detail concerning the cleanliness of the cabin, and some unnecessary aggressive wording their safety briefing, it was an overall pleasant flight, and I would certainly fly with them again.

bring your own movies. Download your own entertainment and games before flying

I was given a middle row seat and the plane was a small 737-800. Much too cramped for a full flight of over 5.5hours.

Never got to go because of i correct information while attempting to check in

They gave incorrect visa information causing me to purchase another flight. Only to find out later there was something that could be done to work around it.

I recently flew with Xiamen Airlines and was thoroughly disappointed with the experience. To start, the seats were incredibly uncomfortable. They were cramped with minimal legroom, making it nearly impossible to find a comfortable position during the flight. This was exacerbated by the poor seat padding, which left me with a sore back and neck by the end of the journey. The food provided was another major letdown. The meals were bland and unappetizing, and it was clear that little effort was put into the quality or presentation. Even the snacks were subpar, and there were limited options for those with dietary restrictions. The airport transfer experience was terrible. The airline’s ground staff were unhelpful and disorganized, leading to long waits and confusion. This was especially frustrating when I was already tired from the uncomfortable flight. The process was poorly managed, making the entire experience stressful and inconvenient. Lastly, the in-flight entertainment was mediocre at best. The selection of movies and TV shows was outdated, and the screens were small and low-quality. The system also experienced frequent glitches, making it difficult to enjoy even the limited options available. Overall, my experience with Xiamen Airlines was far from satisfactory. From the uncomfortable seats and bad food to the terrible airport transfer experience and mediocre entertainment, I would not recommend flying with them.

The Jakarta flight was better.. We got off the plane fast. LAX to Xiamen was a slow exit. It took half and hour to disembark.

I was not allowed to board the plane if I did not buy a forward ticket after Indonesia. They said the Indonesian government would fine the airline. This was bullshit. In Jakarta immigration did not ask for this at all. I'm trying to refund the ticket. I was put in a middle seat and I asked to be put in an side seat. They wanted $45. I said NO. Later I was put in an side sest for free. On the second plane they put me in a middle seat and when I complained. They put me in the back with three empty seats. I was able to sleep. The food was okay and I got extra portions when asked. The lack of WIFI at Xiamen airport was a pain, but that's because of the Chinese government banning foreign browsers. Xiamen gets 3 out of 5. The cost was $503: LAX to Jakarta. A bargain, but you get what you pay for.

Some crew member does not under stand and speak english .

Free meals on all flights in economy. The 737´s don’t have screens so it’s a bummer. But the selection on 787´s is wide

The plane was small and a little stuffy inside the plane.

Going to Xiamen they did not offer any wine and basically offered two food choices in tin trays. Something you would expect on a domestic flight in China not a $10k business class flight. The flight attendant admitted they also stopped paying for satellite Wi-Fi; which they used to offer and now don't - without apology. Normally I am a huge fan of a non-stop but the difference between Japanese or US carriers is a large one and well worth a stop in Korea or Japan rather than pay double for no amenities at all. The plane is nice, but the experience was below par.

Once on board, everything is perfect. The young and pretty flight attendants warmly welcome each passenger and demonstrate excellent service attitudes. As passengers board one after another, the flight attendants begin to inquire about our meal preferences. I requested to see a wine list and choose a suitable red wine. She replied that there were no menus or wine lists, but she would take a photo of the red wine options on her phone and show me later. After lunch, the flight attendants began to ask about dinner arrangements. It turns out that there were only three options for dinner: seafood, chicken, and beef, exactly the same as lunch.

We recently flew with AirAsia and encountered several issues. Our flight was delayed by over an hour, and both boarding and takeoff were postponed without any prior notification. Although we eventually realized there was a delay on our own, the crew did inform us afterward. To make up for lost time, the pilot took off at high speed, resulting in some turbulent moments that were quite scary. Despite these challenges, the cabin crew did an excellent job managing the situation and easing the inconvenience. Overall, while the delays and turbulence made for a stressful experience, I appreciated the crew’s efforts to keep us as comfortable as possible.

I had a wonderful experience with this company. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our pilot was skilled and clearly experienced. The value for the price was excellent. I would definitely recommend them.

Very quick turn around, plane was in good condition, alles paletti.

My flight boarding was interrupted as gate staff said I needed visa in advance for Vietnam....

Instead of landing we had to go around and landed in Kuala Lumpur International Airport instead of Subang. Then we had to restart and arrived over 2.5 hrs late

As usual, poor communication on delays. No info, no updates, no apologies.

Boarding was nuts. Gate change. Delayed. No communication from gate staff. They seemed lost. Rest of the flight went well

Premium check in was worth it. Boarding process was a little chaotic. Seats were super cramped and I am less than 80kg and 180cm

It was good. The FACE check in at KLIA2 was not working.

should remind people who cough must wear the mask. A few persons surrounding keep coughing.

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