Flying from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
Kota Kinabalu is three hours behind Hobart and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HBA to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hobart International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is R 8,879. A return plane ticket right now is R 16,719. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HBA to BKI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Hobart International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from HBA to BKI.
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Handy information about Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Of the departures from Hobart International Airport, 59.98% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Hobart to Hobart International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from Hobart International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HBA:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hobart International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
Grab a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car and discover Kota Kinabalu and beyond with your own set of wheels. NH Travel, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kota Kinabalu International Airport about one week ahead.
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 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Hobart International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Kota Kinabalu in February.
When reserving your flight from Hobart International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HBA to BKI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to explore more of Malaysia. Travel around 225 kilometres east to Sandakan to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Malaysia, head for Tawau, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are among its highlights.
