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$496+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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SFO — BKI
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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 February 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$747
(oojo)

One-way from

$496
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

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Average price

$1,124
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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 February 22, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/271:00 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop20h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 4/21:30 amBKI - SFO
1 stop23h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/21$747
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/278:00 amSFO - BKI
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/21:30 amBKI - SFO
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$833
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/111:35 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop26h 25mChina Southern
Sat 3/157:05 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops64h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 2/21$1,195
This Traveloka deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Traveloka is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/39:40 amSFO - BKI
1 stop41h 25mSingapore Airlines
Fri 4/259:35 pmBKI - SFO
1 stop27h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,292
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/223:45 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops35h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 3/287:20 amBKI - SFO
2 stops45h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,435
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/2211:30 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop34h 05mAsiana Airlines
Thu 3/271:45 amBKI - SFO
1 stop24h 25mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,484
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 6/204:10 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops33h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 7/511:30 amBKI - SFO
2 stops41h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,637
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/221:45 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops41h 45mKorean Air
Fri 3/2811:40 pmBKI - SFO
1 stop25h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 2/21$2,762
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1411:25 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops51h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 3/255:20 amBKI - SFO
2 stops29h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 2/20$6,462

Find flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

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 February 22, 2025.

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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

1:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/2

1:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$747

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

8:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops25h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/2

1:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$833

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

9:40 am-7:05 pm

1 stop41h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 4/25

9:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop27h 05m

$1,292

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

3:45 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/28

7:20 am-1:35 pm

2 stops45h 15m

$1,435

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

11:30 pm-12:35 am

1 stop34h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 3/27

1:45 am-11:10 am

1 stop24h 25m

$1,484

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

4:10 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/5

11:30 am-1:50 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,637

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

1:45 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops41h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/28

11:40 pm-10:30 am

1 stop25h 50m

$2,762

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

11:25 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops51h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 3/25

5:20 am-8:15 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$6,462

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

11:30 am-2:45 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$496

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

$503

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice 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.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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

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 February 22, 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 February 22, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,036 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,036 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,036 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
445 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,036 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,036 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,036 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,036 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

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 $747 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines, starting at $1,292 and $1,435 round-trip. Users have found that China Eastern is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $503 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Eastern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $728 and $925, respectively.

  • 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 airline flying from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top airline 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 February 22, 2025.
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China EasternCheapest$699Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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