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$540+ Cheap flights from the United States to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BKI
Nov 23 — Nov 301
Sat 11/23
Sat 11/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from USA (US0) 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 18, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from USA to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Mon 12/911:35 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops26h 25mChina Southern
Sun 12/297:05 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops40h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 11/18$1,066
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/92:30 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/281:30 amBKI - SFO
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 12/169:50 amLAX - BKI
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2311:25 pmBKI - LAX
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,291
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1610:00 pmLAX - BKI
1 stop36h 30mChina Southern
Sun 12/223:30 amBKI - LAX
1 stop30h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/16$1,390
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/710:55 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops34h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 12/142:40 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops37h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,598
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Fri 12/137:00 amSEA - BKI
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/256:05 amBKI - SEA
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,624
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/115:15 amSEA - BKI
2 stops27h 20mAsiana Airlines
Wed 12/181:45 amBKI - SEA
1 stop25h 10mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,719
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/1311:00 amLAX - BKI
1 stop21h 35mAsiana Airlines
Wed 12/251:45 amBKI - LAX
1 stop22h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,755
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Mon 12/165:50 pmSEA - BKI
3 stops32h 10mChina Southern
Fri 12/207:05 pmBKI - SEA
2 stops44h 34mChina Southern
Deal found 11/17$1,780
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/156:20 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops38h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 12/231:30 amBKI - SEA
2 stops31h 04mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/17$1,838
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/127:00 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops55h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/256:00 pmBKI - SEA
2 stops39h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,908
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Fri 12/133:23 pmORD - BKI
2 stops36h 37mChina Southern
Thu 12/267:05 pmBKI - ORD
2 stops48h 07mChina Southern
Deal found 11/17$1,938

Find flights from USA to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 2,669,981 searches. Data last updated November 18, 2024.

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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/14

1:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

$778

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

1:20 am-11:10 am

2 stops42h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 3/18

9:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops27h 45m

$806

SeattleKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 2/20

3:45 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/24

7:20 am-1:20 pm

2 stops46h 00m

$886

NashvilleKota Kinabalu

BNA - BKI

BNABKI

Nashville Intl

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops27h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/17

1:30 am-11:32 pm

2 stops35h 02m

$889

SeattleKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 2/20

5:59 pm-12:30 am

2 stops38h 31m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/23

1:30 am-9:52 am

2 stops48h 22m

$952

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

10:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 2/22

3:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$982

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

11:35 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 3/15

7:05 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops42h 37m

$1,054

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

8:20 am-5:45 am

2 stops32h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 3/13

4:05 pm-3:59 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$1,087

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

11:30 pm-12:35 am

1 stop34h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/17

1:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$1,174

SeattleKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 2/13

7:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops49h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/19

7:05 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops38h 00m

$1,208

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Travel insights for flights from USA to Kota Kinabalu

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

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 18, 2024.

When flying from USA to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines, China Eastern and China Southern from USA to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,027 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,027 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,027 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
479 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,027 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,027 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,333 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,027 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

China Southern
7.7
Good
123 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,027 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 United States?

    If you book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from United States, you will be flying to Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Kota Kinabalu.

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

    $802 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Asiana Airlines and Korean Air, with prices starting from $948 and $1,752, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Kota Kinabalu?

    The most popular flight routes from USA to Kota Kinabalu are San Francisco - Kota Kinabalu, Los Angeles - Kota Kinabalu and Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 4 airlines flying from USA to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 2,669,981 searches. Data last updated November 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$802Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China EasternCheapest$808Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,254Average$1,961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,362Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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