Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Kota Kinabalu and Shenzhen are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from BKI to SZX start at 08:55 — the earliest with AirAsia. The last service of the day is at 23:30 with AirAsia. In total, there are eight weekly Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BKI to SZX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
AirAsia offers direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Shenzhen — and maybe even more of China if you have time.
AirAsia tops the list for bookings on this route.
With an impressive 88.35% of services arriving as planned, AirAsia is the most punctual carrier operating BKI to SZX flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BKI and SZX:
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight is $136. A round-trip fare right now is $265. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from BKI to SZX by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BKI to SZX by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Of all flights leaving Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 73.51% land on time at their destination.
Central Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near BKI:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you're getting in on a late Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near SZX:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Shenzhen's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
The street address for SZX is Airport 9th Rd.
From Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Shenzhen is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The quietest month for a flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Shenzhen based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Shenzhen is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKI to SZX in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shenzhen, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 105 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to check off its must-visit sights. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in China, head for Dongguan, about 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen. 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画 are among its highlights.
