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$1,021 - $1,881
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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu
SFO - BKI
SFOBKI
San Francisco
Mon 4/15
2 stops60h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 4/21
1 stop25h 45m
San FranciscoKota Kinabalu
SFO - BKI
SFOBKI
San Francisco
Thu 8/1
2 stops42h 45m
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 8/23
2 stops31h 40m
San FranciscoKota Kinabalu
SFO - BKI
SFOBKI
San Francisco
Mon 4/15
2 stops48h 01m
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 4/21
2 stops36h 56m
Los AngelesKota Kinabalu
LAX - BKI
LAXBKI
Los Angeles
Tue 4/23
2 stops32h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 5/4
2 stops30h 15m
San FranciscoKota Kinabalu
SFO - BKI
SFOBKI
San Francisco
Mon 4/15
2 stops54h 40m
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 4/22
2 stops48h 00m
Los AngelesKota Kinabalu
LAX - BKI
LAXBKI
Los Angeles
Wed 4/24
2 stops39h 35m
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 5/4
2 stops24h 35m
San FranciscoKota Kinabalu
SFO - BKI
SFOBKI
San Francisco
Thu 5/16
2 stops35h 10m
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 6/10
2 stops36h 30m
Los AngelesKota Kinabalu
LAX - BKI
LAXBKI
Los Angeles
Thu 8/15
1 stop52h 15m
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 8/22
1 stop24h 35m
Houston George Bush IntcntlKota Kinabalu
IAH - BKI
IAHBKI
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 5/27
2 stops53h 35m
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 8/10
2 stops61h 05m
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Kota Kinabalu (average of $0). Flying to Kota Kinabalu in June will prove the most costly (average of $1,943). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
BKI Temperature | 78.8 - 80.6 °F |
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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).
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I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!
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I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Food
Overall
Reviews
I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Food
Overall
Reviews
I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Entertainment
Food
Overall
Reviews
I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!
The capital of the Malaysian state of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu enjoys a prime location on the shore of the South China Sea and is an inspired choice for exciting vacations and breaks. KK, as it’s also known, is surrounded by tropical rainforest and enjoys some of the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets in the world. The city is on the beautiful island of Borneo, and Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is a major attraction, while the Koto Kinabalu National Park is also within easy reach. Fish to your heart’s content in one of the world’s top fishing spots, or explore the history and culture of the region. With spectacular beaches, Mount Kinabalu, historic sites and national parks within easy reach, you can easily tailor your vacation to your personal preferences.
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is about 20 to 30 minutes from the city by boat, and divers from all over the world come to explore popular dive sites like the Gaya wreck. The islands and beaches throughout the national park are breathtaking, and offer a wide range of snorkelling and diving opportunities.
Learn more about the history of the city by visiting some of the local museums such as the Sabah State Museum, or take in local art at the Sabah Art Gallery or Borneo Art Gallery. Local sights such as the Atkinson Clock Tower which was built in 1902 when the city was still part of the British Commonwealth, or take a walk up to the Signal Hill Observatory for superb views.
Be sure to see the fabulous city mosque and the Sabah state mosque, as well as the amazing Che Sui Khor Pagoda. Each is an impressive structure and a stark contrast to the modern buildings in the downtown area.
No visit to the city would be complete without trying some of the many local foods and there are dozens of food stalls or kedai kopi (coffee shops) offering everything from Malay and Chinese to Javanese food.
Lying between the coast and Mount Kinabalu means that rain showers are an almost daily occurrence in the city. However, they are normally short and refreshing. Temperatures are an average of 82.4 degrees (Fahrenheit) all year round, and the hottest months are April and May. January is the coolest month and also one of the best times to plan a visit to catch the Chinese New Year celebrations. Thanks to stable weather conditions, any time of year is perfect for a vacation in the city, though it is drier in February and March.
Because weather is reasonably stable and the difference between wet and dry season is not marked, flights to the city don’t fluctuate in price much over the course of the year. School vacations and the Chinese New Year combined with the dry season make the months of January to April slightly more expensive, while the ‘wet season’ from September to the beginning of January tends to be slightly cheaper.
There are minibus and van services which locals use to get around the town, and these are a budget-friendly option for travelers. Taxis are plentiful, but unlike the airport service, you will need to haggle to agree the fare you want to pay. The city is small and getting around on foot is relatively simple if you’re aware of traffic.
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