Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 4 hours 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Shanghai and Kota Kinabalu are in the same timezone — UTC+8.
Each week, there are 12 flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, take the 01:30 Shanghai Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from PVG to BKI is 21:40 with AirAsia.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Flying into Kota Kinabalu (and then discovering more of Malaysia!) is a breeze with AirAsia. This popular airline has direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
To break up your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the PVG - BKI route include:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Malaysia, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from PVG to BKI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is $124. The cheapest price for a return flight is $252. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap flight tickets from PVG to BKI, reserve your journey 1 month ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Central Shanghai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 49 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
After a handy hotel close to PVG? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Book a hotel near BKI if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
From Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for May if you want to explore Kota Kinabalu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from PVG to BKI around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kota Kinabalu
Start your Kota Kinabalu trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from PVG to BKI, check out our selection of hotel options including:
Cool Bar and Orchid De Villa are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Kota Kinabalu to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sri Pasupathinath Alayam.
Complete your Kota Kinabalu trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Kota Kinabalu International Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kota Kinabalu.