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$866+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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SFO — BKI
may. 20 — may. 271
mar. 5/20
mar. 5/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 mayo 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,302
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$981
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$730
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 15, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/41:20 amSFO - BKI
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
dom. 9/215:00 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$866
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
jue. 6/1212:35 amSFO - BKI
2 stops26h 45mChina Southern
vie. 6/207:20 pmBKI - SFO
2 stops43h 32mChina Southern
Deal found 5/14$1,568
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
mar. 6/178:55 amSFO - BKI
2 stops24h 35mChina Eastern
jue. 6/191:30 amBKI - SFO
2 stops31h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/13$1,580
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
vie. 6/2010:15 amSFO - BKI
1 stop34h 00mSingapore Airlines
sáb. 7/512:15 pmBKI - SFO
1 stop36h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/14$2,597
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/285:05 pmSFO - BKI
2 stops37h 25mEmirates
sáb. 5/3111:00 amBKI - SFO
2 stops42h 00mEmirates
Deal found 5/15$4,357

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

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Price

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

jue. 9/4

1:20 am-10:00 am

2 stops41h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 9/21

5:00 pm-10:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

$866

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

jue. 6/12

12:35 am-6:20 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

vie. 6/20

7:20 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops43h 32m

$1,568

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

mar. 6/17

8:55 am-12:30 am

2 stops24h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

jue. 6/19

1:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$1,580

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

vie. 6/20

10:15 am-11:15 am

1 stop34h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

sáb. 7/5

12:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop36h 25m

$2,597

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

mié. 5/28

5:05 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

sáb. 5/31

11:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$4,357

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

jue. 6/19

1:15 am-6:20 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$981

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

vie. 6/20

3:48 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops40h 47m

$1,032

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

dom. 6/15

3:55 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops56h 40m

$1,288

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

sáb. 6/14

12:35 am-6:20 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$2,399

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Deals found on 5/15

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 mayo 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 mayo 15, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,073 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,294 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,230 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,073 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,571 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,568 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Singapore Airlines, starting at $1,580 and $2,597 round-trip.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    $1,032 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Korean Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and China Southern, with prices starting from $1,288 and $2,399, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 mayo 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$672Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$990Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,103Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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