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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou

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Flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Guangzhou.R 1,406 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,406, select.
Guangzhou.R 1,450 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,450, select.
Guangzhou.R 1,473 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,473, select.
Guangzhou.R 1,482 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,482, select.
Guangzhou.R 1,513 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,513, select.
Guangzhou.R 1,613 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,613, select.
Guangzhou.R 1,651 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,651, select.
Guangzhou.R 1,773 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,773, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou flights are currently cheapest in November.
Apr
from R 1,796
May
from R 1,613
Jun
from R 1,450
Jul
from R 1,473
Aug
from R 1,651
Sep
from R 1,513
Oct
from R 1,482
Nov
from R 1,406
Dec
from R 1,826
Jan
from R 1,773
Feb
from R 1,811
Mar
from R 2,753

Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou

Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Guangzhou.

Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,406
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou is R 2,799. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.
China Southern and AirAsia fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.
As of April 2025, there are 18 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Tuesday, 14 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Guangzhou but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Guangzhou is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport takes 3 hours 17 minutes (on average). Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Kota Kinabalu.

  • Take your pick of 16 weekly flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. The 00:20 departure with AirAsia is the earliest flight available between BKI and CAN. China Southern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:55.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Flying into Guangzhou (and then exploring more of China!) is a breeze with AirAsia. This popular airline has direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BKI and CAN are:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

  • Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter China. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from BKI to CAN, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is R 1,406. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,799. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from BKI to CAN, reserve your trip 10 months before your departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from BKI to CAN. You don't need to search every day to find out if airfares have fallen. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou

  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Guangzhou. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.

When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Guangzhou. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for August if you want to go to Guangzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BKI to CAN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Guangzhou

Complete your Guangzhou trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Guangzhou.

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