Flying from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI). Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's main airports.
Beijing and Kota Kinabalu (where Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to BKI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During high season, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Beijing to BKI that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between PEK and BKI include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
PEK is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
You can book a direct Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) flight ticket with departures from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Check if flying out of PKX makes more sense for your journey.
AirAsia operates direct flights from Beijing to BKI out of PKX. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
AirAsia has the largest share of bookings on the PKX to BKI route.
With 67.35% of services landing as planned, AirAsia is the most punctual carrier flying between Daxing International Airport and Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Daxing International Airport and BKI:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
PKX is around 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to BKI flight:
Daxing International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 88.83% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Consider booking a hotel close to BKI if you have a late flight from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Kota Kinabalu's main sights.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is ₹ 7,224. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 21,200. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Beijing to BKI, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
August is when most people book flights from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI). Visit Kota Kinabalu in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Book your Beijing to BKI flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC.
More about Kota Kinabalu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kota Kinabalu right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu International Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Kota Kinabalu when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park followed by Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd..
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Travel about 225 kilometres east to Sandakan to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary (Pusat Pemulihan Orangutan) to Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of Malaysia, consider Tawau, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. D'mount kinabalu adventure, Jungleland and Hot Springs Tawau are highlights.
