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$706+ Cheap flights from California to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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LAX — BKI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kota Kinabalu

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Round-trip from

$706
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April

Average price

$1,589
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Cheapest flights from California to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2012:45 pmLAX - BKI
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1012:20 pmBKI - LAX
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$706
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/512:30 pmLAX - BKI
1 stop19h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 6/212:05 amBKI - LAX
1 stop25h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/29$812
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/219:37 amLAS - BKI
2 stops22h 23mChina Eastern
Tue 5/2712:05 amBKI - LAS
2 stops31h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/30$923
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Mon 10/2011:40 pmLAX - BKI
1 stop28h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 11/1012:30 pmBKI - LAX
1 stop23h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/30$997
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Thu 8/71:00 amSFO - BKI
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/247:00 amBKI - SFO
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,126
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Mon 5/511:50 pmLAX - BKI
1 stop27h 30mChina Southern
Tue 6/37:20 pmBKI - LAX
1 stop39h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 4/29$1,146
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/811:30 amSFO - BKI
1 stop64h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sun 8/2412:15 pmBKI - SFO
1 stop60h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,230
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Wed 10/221:05 pmLAX - BKI
2 stops30h 40mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/107:05 pmBKI - LAX
2 stops26h 55mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,348
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Thu 10/234:20 pmLAX - BKI
2 stops38h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 11/810:00 pmBKI - LAX
2 stops30h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,375
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Thu 10/234:20 pmLAX - BKI
2 stops39h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 11/116:00 pmBKI - LAX
2 stops34h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,408
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Tue 5/207:00 amLAX - BKI
2 stops25h 10mKorean Air
Tue 6/312:10 amBKI - LAX
2 stops37h 38mKorean Air
Deal found 4/30$1,538
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Thu 8/712:35 amSFO - BKI
2 stops34h 55mChina Southern
Sat 8/233:30 amBKI - SFO
2 stops34h 36mChina Southern
Deal found 4/29$1,586

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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Kota Kinabalu

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Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

10:45 am-2:30 pm

2 stops36h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/3

6:50 am-6:50 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$759

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

12:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/2

12:05 am-10:05 am

1 stop25h 00m

$812

Las VegasKota Kinabalu

LAS - BKI

LASBKI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/21

9:37 am-11:00 pm

2 stops22h 23m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/27

12:05 am-4:25 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$923

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

11:50 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/3

7:20 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop39h 20m

$1,146

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 7/14

11:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/28

8:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop40h 25m

$1,353

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

7:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/3

12:10 am-10:48 pm

2 stops37h 38m

$1,538

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

6:45 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/5

7:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops42h 35m

$1,624

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 6/19

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/4

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$1,815

Las VegasKota Kinabalu

LAS - BKI

LASBKI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/21

11:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/27

12:05 am-4:25 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$2,091

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

11:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop32h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/5

12:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop60h 25m

$2,164

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Kota Kinabalu as you normally would.

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 May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Kota Kinabalu, such as Korean Air, Japan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from California to Kota Kinabalu, you will be flying into Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    The most popular route from California to Kota Kinabalu is Los Angeles - Kota Kinabalu. You may also consider San Francisco - Kota Kinabalu or Santa Rosa Sonoma County - Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 California to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$667Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$990Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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