$107 Cheap Flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu (CAN-BKI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $107 for one-way flights and $229 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Malaysia Airlines
Fri, Jun 27 - Sun, Jul 13
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$229 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$229
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 27 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, Jul 13, priced at $229 found 11 hours ago
Shanghai Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Tue, May 20
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$242 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Shanghai Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $242 found 11 hours ago
Scoot
Wed, Jul 16 - Thu, Jul 24
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$244 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Wed, Jul 16 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $244 found 6 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Thu, Jun 12
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$244 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Jun 12, priced at $244 found 11 hours ago
Scoot
Wed, Jul 2 - Fri, Aug 1
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$244 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Wed, Jul 2 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Fri, Aug 1, priced at $244 found 1 day ago
China Eastern Airlines
Fri, Jun 20 - Fri, Jul 4
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$253 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 20 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Fri, Jul 4, priced at $253 found 11 hours ago
China Southern Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Fri, Jun 6
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$255 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Fri, Jun 6, priced at $255 found 11 hours ago
Scoot
Mon, Jun 23 - Fri, Jun 27
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$259 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Mon, Jun 23 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Fri, Jun 27, priced at $259 found 2 days ago
Scoot
Wed, Jun 25 - Mon, Jun 30
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$262 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$262
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, Jun 30, priced at $262 found 2 days ago
Shanghai Airlines
Sun, Jun 15 - Mon, Jun 30
CAN
Guangzhou
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$264 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Shanghai Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 15 from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, Jun 30, priced at $264 found 11 hours ago
Flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Origin airport
Baiyun Intl.
Destination airport
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
Airlines serving
Batik air , China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, Shanghai Airlines
Roundtrip price
$229
Distance
1221 mi

Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu are during the month of June. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $107 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Guangzhou to Kota Kinabalu airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) start from $304. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a China Southern Airlines flight leaving CAN on May 13 2025 and touching down at BKI. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CAN to BKI?
The cheapest flights from CAN to BKI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
You can fly directly from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) on a China Southern Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CAN to BKI?
Journey from CAN to BKI with China Southern Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $146. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CAN on May 6 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
When taking off from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN), you can choose from an average of 3 daily nonstop flights to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
More passengers fly between CAN and BKI at 2 PM than at any other time of day. Rather go when it’s quieter? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it’s possible you’ll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from CAN to BKI?
If you fly on a Sunday, you’ll get the largest range of options for flights from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI).
What is the earliest flight from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN)’s first flight to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) takes off at approximately 12:20AM UTC+8. With a travel time of 3h 10m, you’ll arrive at around 3:30AM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
The average flight duration from CAN to BKI is 3 hours and 26 minutes, covering a distance of 1,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CAN to BKI?
Consider traveling with China Southern Airlines if you’d like to fly straight from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 80%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
To avoid potential delays on the Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kota Kinabalu from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN)?
Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) is the only airport in Kota Kinabalu with direct flights from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN). Compare the available options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a ticket from CAN to BKI often results in higher prices. While you might find some last-minute offers, they’re not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to boost your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a CAN to BKI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a CAN to BKI flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Typically, you’re able to reschedule or cancel your CAN to BKI flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s policies and fees on flight changes, or if you’d like further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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