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$405+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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LAX — BKI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$818
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$554
(KAYAK)
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/911:30 amLAX - BKI
1 stop21h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 12/151:30 amBKI - LAX
1 stop23h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/21$818
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/99:30 amLAX - BKI
2 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/166:05 pmBKI - LAX
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$894
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:20 pmLAX - BKI
2 stops37h 15mAsiana Airlines
Mon 12/301:45 amBKI - LAX
1 stop22h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/21$2,633

Find flights from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 12/9

11:30 am-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 12/15

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$818

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 12/9

9:30 am-12:30 am

2 stops47h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 12/16

6:05 pm-7:20 am

1 stop29h 15m

$894

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

10:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop34h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 2/22

3:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$930

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

3:10 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 2/15

4:05 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops36h 45m

$1,374

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 1/27

11:00 pm-12:35 am

1 stop33h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/14

1:45 am-2:50 pm

1 stop29h 05m

$1,388

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

3:10 pm-12:55 am

2 stops41h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/10

6:00 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$1,506

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 1/20

12:45 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 2/15

12:30 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,639

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

9:35 am-6:30 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$405

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

11:30 am-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

$781

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Tue 1/28

11:00 pm-12:35 am

1 stop33h 35m

$841

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Deals found on 11/21

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Kota Kinabalu flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Kota Kinabalu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Kota Kinabalu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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 November 21, 2024.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

China Southern
7.7
Good
122 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,829 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

China Eastern
6.9
Okay
219 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Kota Kinabalu, with prices starting at $818. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $930 and $1,376, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$808Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,254Average$1,961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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