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Flights from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapest time to fly from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of October. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Last checked on Sat 31/10
Distance: 1,246 mi
Hanoi airports
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)How far from city centre: 3 mi
Kota Kinabalu airports
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)How far from city centre: 3 mi

Book your Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

The cheapest fare booked on this route in recent days was £148, although the price you're shown will vary with your travel dates and departure times.

Flying non-stop from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu takes roughly 6 h and 10 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Hanoi–Kota Kinabalu route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

  • Departure airport: Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
  • Arrival airport: Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

The weather in Kota Kinabalu

The best time to go may come down to the kind of weather you most enjoy. In Kota Kinabalu, temperatures average around 32ºC in the warmest months and roughly 23ºC in the coldest. Bear this in mind when deciding what to pack and planning time outdoors.

  • Highs: up to 32ºC
  • Lows: down to 23ºC
  • Hottest month: April
  • Coldest month: January
  • Driest month: March
  • Wettest month: October

Tips for cheaper flights from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu:

  • Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
  • Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Kota Kinabalu. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu?
When you fly from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu the average price is £167. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu is 148 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
When is the best time to book a flight from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu?
The most popular months to book a flight from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu are March, November and December, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu?
The best time of the year to go to Kota Kinabalu when flying from Hanoi depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, July is the top 1º month to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Hanoi in terms of searches from our customer, followed by June and March. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, May, November and October are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Hanoi - Kota Kinabalu.
How long does the flight take to go from Hanoi to Kota Kinabalu?
The total flight time between Hanoi and Kota Kinabalu is of around 7 h and 35 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,246.07 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Kota Kinabalu compared to Hanoi?
While in Hanoi temperatures can reach an average of 30º ºC in summer, Kota Kinabalu can experience temperatures up to 28º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, the weather shows around 27º ºC in Kota Kinabalu, compared to the 18º ºC average in Hanoi.

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