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$1,068+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — BKI
Mar 3 — Mar 101
Tue 3/3
Tue 3/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest flights from Houston to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 1, 2026.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/111:35 am
IAH
-
BKI
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/159:30 am
BKI
-
IAH
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,068
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/45:45 pm
IAH
-
BKI
2 stops33h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Sun 3/82:40 pm
BKI
-
IAH
2 stops38h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,618
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:25 pm
HOU
-
BKI
3 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/155:20 am
BKI
-
HOU
3 stops31h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$7,489

Find flight deals from Houston to Kota Kinabalu

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$1,618
(Malaysia Airlines)
From Houston to Kota Kinabalu
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2:40 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$1,618

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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 February 1, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Kota Kinabalu, such as Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Leticia,Sep 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Leticia,Sep 2025

SDK - KUL

I wasn't allowed to take my carry on on board. I was told it was too heavy at 16lbs

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 Houston?

    For a flight from Houston to Kota Kinabalu, you will be flying into Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Kota Kinabalu is the only Kota Kinabalu airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. 1 airline has flights to Kota Kinabalu from Houston on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Kota Kinabalu?

    Malaysia Airlines can get you from Houston to Kota Kinabalu in just under 33h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 9193 mi between Houston and Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 airline flying from Houston to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Houston 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 February 1, 2026.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,139Average$1,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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