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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu

Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$254
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time4 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineShanghai Airlines
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu is $252. 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.
4 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu.
Shanghai Airlines, AirAsia and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu.
As of October 2024, there are 18 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Kota Kinabalu is usually October 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Tuesday, 3 December 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 30 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 Kota Kinabalu 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 Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

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.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from PVG to BKI is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

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.

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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.

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