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Kota Kinabalu.$81 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 26.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Hanoi on Sat, Jul 26, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $81, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$82 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 25.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Hanoi on Mon, Aug 25, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $82, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$92 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 8.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Hanoi on Mon, Sep 8, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$100 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 13.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Hanoi on Mon, Oct 13, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $100, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$111 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 24.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departing from Hanoi on Sat, May 24, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$120 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 19.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departing from Hanoi on Thu, Jun 19, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $120, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$125 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 3.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departing from Hanoi on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $125, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$166 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 3.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departing from Hanoi on Tue, Feb 3, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from $111
Jun
from $120
Jul
from $81
Aug
from $82
Sep
from $92
Oct
from $100
Nov
from $125
Dec
from $178
Jan
from $224
Feb
from $166
Mar
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Apr
from $210

Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$81
Cheapest month to flyJuly

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu is $201. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from $201.
There are no flights flying from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hanoi Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Saturday, August 2, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Hanoi Airport and Kota Kinabalu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Traveling from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • Kota Kinabalu's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kota Kinabalu one hour ahead of Hanoi.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HAN to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Noi Bai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HAN and BKI include:

    • Hong Kong International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • At the moment, $81 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $201. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from HAN to BKI, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from HAN to BKI is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)

  • 75.32% of flights taking off from Noi Bai International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Noi Bai International Airport is about 16 miles from central Hanoi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near HAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • If you're getting in on a late Noi Bai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKI:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Kota Kinabalu's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Kota Kinabalu International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport is roughly 5 miles from central Kota Kinabalu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kota Kinabalu based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with the temperature ranging between 75ºF and 88ºF. Lock in your flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from HAN to BKI in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 73ºF and 84ºF on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Sandakan is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen Kota Kinabalu. Around 140 miles away to the east, its best attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

  • Around 170 miles south-east of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..

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