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$1,283+ 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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — BKI
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

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$1,283
(Malaysia Airlines)
From Houston to Kota Kinabalu
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This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
dom. 3/15:45 pmIAH - BKI
2 stops49h 45mMalaysia Airlines
jue. 3/510:20 pmBKI - IAH
2 stops30h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,283
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
dom. 2/225:45 pmIAH - BKI
2 stops61h 55mMalaysia Airlines
jue. 2/2610:00 pmBKI - IAH
2 stops31h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,331
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/226:00 amHOU - BKI
2 stops28h 10mKorean Air
mié. 2/251:10 amBKI - HOU
2 stops34h 36mKorean Air
Deal found 10/29$3,245
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/226:30 amIAH - BKI
2 stops27h 40mKorean Air
mié. 2/251:10 amBKI - IAH
2 stops33h 14mKorean Air
Deal found 10/29$3,245

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HoustonKota Kinabalu

IAH - BKI

IAHBKI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 3/1

5:45 pm-9:30 am

2 stops49h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

jue. 3/5

10:20 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$1,283

HoustonKota Kinabalu

IAH - BKI

IAHBKI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 2/22

5:45 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops61h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

jue. 2/26

10:00 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$1,331

HoustonKota Kinabalu

HOU - BKI

HOUBKI

Houston Hobby

dom. 2/22

6:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops28h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

mié. 2/25

1:10 am-9:46 pm

2 stops34h 36m

$3,245

HoustonKota Kinabalu

IAH - BKI

IAHBKI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 2/22

6:30 am-12:10 am

2 stops27h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

mié. 2/25

1:10 am-8:24 pm

2 stops33h 14m

$3,245

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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 octubre 30, 2025.
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
3,661 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

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
3,661 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

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 and Korean Air can get you from Houston to Kota Kinabalu in just under 28h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 35m. There are 9212 mi between Houston and Kota Kinabalu. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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.

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

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  • 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 octubre 30, 2025.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,139Average$1,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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