Travelling from Fuzhou Airport (FOC) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.
Fuzhou and Kota Kinabalu are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from FOC to BKI start from 14:15 — the earliest with Xiamen Airlines. The last departure is at 14:25 with Xiamen Airlines. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your FOC to BKI flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as November? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Kota Kinabalu (and then exploring more of Malaysia!) is a snap with Xiamen Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Xiamen Airlines on this route.
Xiamen Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering FOC to BKI flights. An exceptional 83.33% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between FOC and BKI:
Guangzhou Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fuzhou Airport (FOC) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)
Rs43,752 is the best price for a one-way Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs93,442. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from FOC to BKI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Fuzhou Airport (FOC)
FOC is located at Changye Rd.
Fuzhou Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from FOC arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
To get to Fuzhou Airport from central Fuzhou, it takes about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near FOC:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)
Reserve a hotel close to BKI if you're on a late Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kota Kinabalu Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Kota Kinabalu's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Kota Kinabalu Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Airport to central Kota Kinabalu has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Kota Kinabalu. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Fuzhou Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport for May if you want to go to Kota Kinabalu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FOC to BKI in February. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Sandakan is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kota Kinabalu. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Hot Springs Tawau, Teck Guan Cocoa Museum and Batu payung.
