Kota Kinabalu

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— BKI
Feb 18 — Feb 251
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Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on February 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$901
From New York to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on February 13, 2025.

Sun 9/281:30 pmJFK - BKI
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/107:00 amBKI - JFK
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$893
Thu 7/319:30 pmJFK - BKI
2 stops39h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 8/111:30 amBKI - JFK
1 stop24h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/13$894
Mon 4/2811:30 amEWR - BKI
2 stops40h 05mANA
Sat 5/105:50 pmBKI - EWR
2 stops60h 00mANA
Deal found 2/13$901
Mon 11/109:45 amEWR - BKI
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/226:00 pmBKI - EWR
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$912
Sat 8/302:00 amJFK - BKI
2 stops44h 45mANA
Fri 9/127:00 amBKI - JFK
2 stops40h 00mANA
Deal found 2/13$1,011
Wed 9/241:30 amJFK - BKI
2 stops34h 10mJapan Airlines
Tue 10/77:05 pmBKI - JFK
2 stops35h 20mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,012
Fri 9/196:10 pmEWR - BKI
2 stops37h 00mAir Canada
Wed 10/17:55 pmBKI - EWR
2 stops39h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 2/13$1,165
Thu 5/12:50 pmJFK - BKI
2 stops39h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/139:30 amBKI - JFK
2 stops32h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/13$1,258
Sun 5/48:55 pmJFK - BKI
2 stops26h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/147:55 pmBKI - JFK
2 stops27h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,259
Wed 4/1611:55 pmEWR - BKI
3 stops70h 35mEmirates
Mon 4/2811:20 amBKI - EWR
3 stops70h 00mEmirates
Deal found 2/13$1,265
Fri 3/71:40 pmJFK - BKI
2 stops56h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 3/1911:20 amBKI - JFK
2 stops34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,283
Sun 3/211:40 amJFK - BKI
1 stop23h 55mAsiana Airlines
Fri 3/71:45 amBKI - JFK
1 stop21h 15mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,325

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/31

9:30 pm-12:30 am

2 stops39h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 8/11

1:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$894

NewarkKota Kinabalu

EWR - BKI

EWRBKI

Newark

Mon 4/28

11:30 am-3:35 pm

2 stops40h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/10

5:50 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops60h 00m

$901

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/28

1:30 pm-10:30 am

2 stops33h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/10

8:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops39h 00m

$912

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/1

5:40 pm-5:45 am

2 stops47h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 3/13

7:05 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$1,132

NewarkKota Kinabalu

EWR - BKI

EWRBKI

Newark

Sat 3/1

12:30 am-10:15 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 3/8

7:45 pm-4:50 am

3 stops46h 05m

$1,158

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/19

1:30 pm-10:30 am

2 stops33h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/1

5:50 pm-11:00 am

2 stops53h 10m

$1,247

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/1

2:50 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/13

9:30 am-6:00 am

2 stops32h 30m

$1,258

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/4

8:55 pm-11:20 am

2 stops26h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/14

7:55 pm-11:10 am

2 stops27h 15m

$1,259

NewarkKota Kinabalu

EWR - BKI

EWRBKI

Newark

Wed 4/16

11:55 pm-10:30 am

3 stops70h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/28

11:20 am-9:20 pm

3 stops70h 00m

$1,265

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/7

1:40 pm-10:40 am

2 stops56h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 3/19

11:20 am-9:40 am

2 stops34h 20m

$1,283

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Kota Kinabalu in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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: Out of all of the providers offering Kota Kinabalu flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Kota Kinabalu flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Kota Kinabalu flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Kota Kinabalu flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Kota Kinabalu. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Travel insights for flights to Kota Kinabalu

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

How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu?

On average, a flight from New York to Kota Kinabalu takes 27 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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 13, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, ANA and Korean Air to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

BKK - TPE

The left my luggage behind. However, it was delivered to my home early the day after I arrived.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

BKK - TPE

The left my luggage behind. However, it was delivered to my home early the day after I arrived.

8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

BKK - TPE

The left my luggage behind. However, it was delivered to my home early the day after I arrived.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

BKK - TPE

The left my luggage behind. However, it was delivered to my home early the day after I arrived.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

BKK - TPE

The left my luggage behind. However, it was delivered to my home early the day after I arrived.

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

BKK - TPE

The left my luggage behind. However, it was delivered to my home early the day after I arrived.

Best Time to Fly to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

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.

Getting around Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

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.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

    Travelers will need to book flights to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they wish to fly to Kota Kinabalu. The Kota Kinabalu airport is 3.6 mi from the city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kota Kinabalu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu typically cost $12, while round-trip flights cost around $22.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around $52, however they can be found for as little as $22.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kota Kinabalu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kota Kinabalu, Los Angeles offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Kota Kinabalu has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Survivor Lodge Pulau Tiga is the closest property to Kota Kinabalu (0.0 mi away from Kota Kinabalu).

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