Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu flights
Direct and connecting flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu take?
Flight time from Shanghai (PVG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu?
Airline availability for PVG to BKI changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu?
Direct (nonstop) availability on PVG to BKI varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Shanghai Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- AirAsia5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Spring Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- China Eastern Airlines5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| AirAsia | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Spring Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| China Eastern Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning PVG → BKI
PVG to BKI is a medium-haul route of 2,867 km (1,781 mi). See the return BKI → PVG route.
Alternative airports near Shanghai: Shanghai (SHA) — 45 km.
Alternative airports near Kota Kinabalu: Labuan (LBU) — 113 km.