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$538+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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CHI — BKI
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
1 star

Round-trip from

$1,126
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$538
(Gotogate)
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

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Thu 5/812:00 pmORD - BKI
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1510:00 amBKI - ORD
3 stops33h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,126
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1410:25 pmORD - BKI
2 stops35h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 5/217:05 pmBKI - ORD
2 stops29h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,745
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/84:51 pmORD - BKI
3 stops36h 29mChina Southern
Thu 5/157:20 pmBKI - ORD
2 stops46h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 3/30$1,847
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Mon 3/3112:20 pmORD - BKI
1 stop21h 10mKorean Air
Tue 4/2212:35 amBKI - ORD
1 stop22h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 3/30$1,864

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ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

12:00 pm-11:55 am

3 stops34h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/15

10:00 am-6:42 am

3 stops33h 42m

$1,126

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

10:25 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/21

7:05 pm-11:45 am

2 stops29h 40m

$1,745

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

4:51 pm-6:20 pm

3 stops36h 29m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/15

7:20 pm-5:10 am

2 stops46h 50m

$1,847

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

12:20 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/14

12:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 05m

$2,152

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

5:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops27h 15m

$538

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

12:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$737

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

6:35 pm-6:20 pm

3 stops34h 45m

$983

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

12:10 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops44h 25m

$1,101

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

8:35 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$8,260

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Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,051 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Chicago?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Kota Kinabalu is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kota Kinabalu from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Korean Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $737. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern and Japan Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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