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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $360. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Guangzhou.$296 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $296, select.

Guangzhou.$302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $302, select.

Guangzhou.$311 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Guangzhou.$311 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Guangzhou.$311 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Guangzhou.$312 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

Guangzhou.$320 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr, returning Sun, 18 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.

Guangzhou.$329 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $329, select.

Guangzhou.$333 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.

Guangzhou.$336 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.

Guangzhou.$338 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec, returning Wed, 6 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.

Guangzhou.$351 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar, returning Sun, 4 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $351, select.

Guangzhou.$352 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.

Guangzhou.$354 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May, returning Thu, 20 May.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $354, select.

Guangzhou.$355 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun, returning Sat, 5 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $355, select.

Guangzhou.$360 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Scoot and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $360, 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 September.

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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 found	$296
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	3 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airline	China Southern
Average flights per week	19

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

How much are return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou is $296. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou?

3 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.

Which airlines fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou?

China Southern and AirAsia fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.

How many flights are there a week from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou?

As of July 2026, there are 19 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou?

The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport on?

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 Wednesday, 2 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 23 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Guangzhou?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Guangzhou?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou with?

Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

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

Book a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Kota Kinabalu and Guangzhou follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
Each week, there are 18 Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, select the 19:05 China Southern Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:55 with China Southern Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your BKI to CAN flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
China Southern offers direct flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Guangzhou — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Southern.
China Southern leads the way as the most punctual carrier for BKI to CAN flights, with 97.47% of services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BKI and CAN:
- Shanghai Pudong Airport
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport
- Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport

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

$142 is the lowest price for a one-way Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Return flights start at $296. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from BKI to CAN by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)

Of the departures from Kota Kinabalu Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
Kota Kinabalu Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BKI:

Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAN instead:
Pick up a Guangzhou Airport rental car and explore corners of Guangzhou that aren't on every traveller's list. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks before your departure date.

When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

The quietest month for a flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Guangzhou based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Guangzhou Airport for July if you want to explore Guangzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BKI to CAN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

You've seen Guangzhou, now it's time to explore more of China. Travel about 105 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to tick off its top attractions. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou, Dongguan is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.