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$795+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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SFO — BKI
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 March 28, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$795
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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$810
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/2112:20 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/137:00 amBKI - SFO
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$795
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/2112:00 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop21h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 5/121:30 amBKI - SFO
2 stops31h 18mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/27$912
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 5/1212:35 amSFO - BKI
2 stops26h 45mChina Southern
Wed 5/287:20 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops40h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 3/27$1,105
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:29 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops25h 46mAir Canada
Fri 5/3010:00 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops50h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$1,165
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/203:55 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops41h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 4/305:20 amBKI - SFO
2 stops47h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,356
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/183:55 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops41h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 5/310:20 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops54h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,427
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2411:30 amSFO - BKI
1 stop56h 45mSingapore Airlines
Thu 5/112:15 pmBKI - SFO
1 stop36h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,667

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

12:20 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops41h 25m

$795

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5/12

1:30 am-5:48 pm

2 stops31h 18m

$912

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:35 am-6:20 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/28

7:20 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops40h 10m

$1,105

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

6:29 pm-11:15 am

2 stops25h 46m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/30

10:00 pm-9:25 am

2 stops50h 25m

$1,165

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

3:55 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops38h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/4

10:20 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops54h 15m

$1,356

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Fri 4/18

3:55 pm-12:40 am

2 stops41h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/3

10:20 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops54h 15m

$1,427

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

11:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop56h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/1

12:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop36h 25m

$1,667

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 6/19

12:50 am-9:30 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,016

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

11:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop32h 45m

$1,700

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Deals found on 3/27

Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 28, 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
China Eastern
7.1
Good
137 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $912 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Southern and Air Canada, starting at $1,105 and $1,165 round-trip. Users have found that China Eastern is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$672Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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