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$2,336+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — BKI
Oct 13 — Oct 201
Mon 10/13
Mon 10/20
1 adult, Economy
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$2,336
(China Eastern)
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Kota Kinabalu
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Thu 3/128:32 amDTW - BKI
2 stops27h 58mChina Eastern
Sun 3/151:30 amBKI - DTW
2 stops32h 44mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/12$2,336

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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DetroitKota Kinabalu

DTW - BKI

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

8:32 am-12:30 am

2 stops27h 58m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 3/15

1:30 am-10:14 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$2,336

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Deals found on 9/12

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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 September 13, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kota Kinabalu have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.

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  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Airlines like China Eastern fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kota Kinabalu in about 27h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 8887 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Kota Kinabalu.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kota Kinabalu, with prices starting at $1,278.

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

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

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Top airline flying from Detroit to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit 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 September 13, 2025.
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,278Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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