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$928+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 3/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BKI
nov. 1 — nov. 81
sáb. 11/1
sáb. 11/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 2, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/2912:10 amSFO - BKI
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/611:00 amBKI - SFO
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/30$1,162
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2911:35 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops26h 25mChina Southern
mié. 1/77:05 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops40h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 10/1$1,372
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/2611:40 amSFO - BKI
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/59:55 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,416
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/292:30 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop42h 00mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/811:45 amBKI - SFO
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,425
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dom. 12/2811:40 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/811:45 amBKI - SFO
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,583
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jue. 10/3010:40 amSFO - BKI
1 stop33h 25mSingapore Airlines
jue. 11/62:40 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops33h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/30$1,587
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lun. 12/2911:40 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/610:10 amBKI - SFO
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,674
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sáb. 12/2711:40 pmSFO - BKI
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/811:45 amBKI - SFO
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,698
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lun. 12/2911:40 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/79:15 amBKI - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,707

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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

vie. 3/13

11:30 pm-12:30 am

2 stops34h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

sáb. 3/21

1:30 am-8:30 pm

2 stops58h 00m

$928

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

jue. 3/12

12:35 am-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 3/22

7:05 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$1,020

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

vie. 3/13

10:40 am-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 3/22

2:40 pm-8:50 am

2 stops33h 10m

$1,300

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

dom. 3/8

4:00 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops37h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

jue. 3/12

10:10 am-1:40 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$1,369

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

dom. 3/8

12:25 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

mié. 3/11

1:30 am-5:20 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$1,372

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 octubre 2, 2025.

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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 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and China Eastern from Salinas to Kota Kinabalu. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
485 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
485 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
485 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,373 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
485 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
168 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
485 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Salinas. On average, Kota Kinabalu has 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day from 3 airlines. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Kota Kinabalu’s city center.

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

    Departing from Salinas to Kota Kinabalu will take you 26h 25m. There are 7626 mi between Salinas and Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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Top 3 airlines flying from Salinas to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$672Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$990Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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