Kota Kinabalu

$500+ Cheap flights from the United States to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BKI
May 19 — May 261
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Cheapest flights from USA to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 19, 2026.

This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1012:30 pm
LAX
-
BKI
1 stop21h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 9/131:30 am
BKI
-
LAX
1 stop23h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/14$851
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1012:00 pm
SFO
-
BKI
1 stop21h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 9/131:30 am
BKI
-
SFO
1 stop22h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/15$901
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 9/1011:30 pm
LAX
-
BKI
2 stops25h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 9/143:00 pm
BKI
-
LAX
2 stops45h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/13$951
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1812:00 pm
SFO
-
BKI
1 stop21h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 5/311:30 am
BKI
-
SFO
1 stop22h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/16$966
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1512:30 pm
LAX
-
BKI
1 stop21h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 10/181:30 am
BKI
-
LAX
1 stop23h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/17$966
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1812:00 pm
SFO
-
BKI
1 stop21h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 5/281:30 am
BKI
-
SFO
2 stops32h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/16$1,000
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/212:30 pm
LAX
-
BKI
1 stop21h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 5/151:30 am
BKI
-
LAX
1 stop23h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/15$1,062
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/18:45 am
SEA
-
BKI
2 stops38h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 12/112:40 pm
BKI
-
SEA
2 stops32h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,079
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/2112:00 pm
SFO
-
BKI
1 stop21h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 5/281:30 am
BKI
-
SFO
2 stops32h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/16$1,152
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 10/14:25 pm
BOS
-
BKI
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/3111:35 am
BKI
-
BOS
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,160
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/149:50 pm
LAX
-
BKI
1 stop22h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 8/198:30 pm
BKI
-
LAX
1 stop40h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,163
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2112:00 pm
SFO
-
BKI
1 stop21h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 6/51:30 am
BKI
-
SFO
1 stop22h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/15$1,186

Find flight deals from USA to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated April 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

oojo
3 stars

Most trusted provider

oojo
3 stars

Round-trip from

$851
(China Eastern)

One-way from

$500
(Kiwi.com)
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Kota Kinabalu flight deals.
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From USA to Kota Kinabalu
One-way flight from USA to Kota Kinabalu

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

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Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Thu 9/10

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$851

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

1:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$935

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Thu 10/15

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/18

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$966

BostonKota Kinabalu

BOS - BKI

BOSBKI

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 10/1

4:25 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/31

11:35 am-3:10 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,160

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

8:25 am-12:30 am

2 stops25h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/15

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$1,225

BostonKota Kinabalu

BOS - BKI

BOSBKI

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 10/1

4:25 pm-10:30 am

2 stops54h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/31

11:35 am-3:10 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,233

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Thu 9/10

4:20 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops38h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 9/14

7:05 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops57h 55m

$1,256

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

12:25 am-11:40 pm

3 stops32h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 9/14

8:30 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops35h 20m

$1,261

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Thu 10/15

4:20 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops30h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 10/19

9:30 am-2:00 pm

2 stops43h 30m

$1,274

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/8

10:20 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 6/17

10:30 am-8:35 am

2 stops34h 05m

$1,280

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Kota Kinabalu

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kota Kinabalu (average of $631). Flying from USA to Kota Kinabalu in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,565). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 April 19, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines,Singapore Airlines, andMalaysia Airlines from the United States 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.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HNL - KIX

Local boy flight attendant was amazing. Super friendly and attentive.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from United States?

    If you book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from United States, you will be flying to Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Kota Kinabalu.

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

    A quick flight from USA to Kota Kinabalu can take about 21h. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $851. The distance between USA and Kota Kinabalu is about 7937 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kota Kinabalu (average of $631). Flying from USA to Kota Kinabalu in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,565). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from USA to Kota Kinabalu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$631Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$816Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,202Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,490Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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