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Cheap flights from California to Kota Kinabalu from $453

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from California to Kota Kinabalu departing on 9/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 12:30 am
LAX
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BKI
21h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 10:05 am
BKI
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LAX
23h 35m
1 stop
$694China Eastern
Fri, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 10
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 12:30 am
LAX
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BKI
21h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 10:05 am
BKI
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LAX
23h 35m
1 stop
$795China Eastern
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 10:45 am
LAX
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BKI
26h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 5:50 pm
BKI
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LAX
24h 00m
2 stops
$911Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 16
XiamenAir Logo
10:45 pm - 12:05 pm
LAX
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BKI
45h 20m
2 stops
XiamenAir Logo
1:05 pm - 7:00 pm
BKI
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LAX
21h 55m
2 stops
$918XiamenAir
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
XiamenAir Logo
10:45 pm - 12:05 pm
LAX
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BKI
45h 20m
2 stops
XiamenAir Logo
1:05 pm - 7:00 pm
BKI
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LAX
21h 55m
2 stops
$919XiamenAir
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 pm - 2:15 pm
SFO
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BKI
24h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 9:05 pm
BKI
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SFO
23h 25m
2 stops
$988Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 3:35 pm
SFO
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BKI
36h 50m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 8:50 am
BKI
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SFO
27h 05m
1 stop
$1,051Singapore Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 3:35 pm
SFO
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BKI
36h 50m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 8:50 am
BKI
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SFO
32h 50m
2 stops
$1,097Singapore Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 12:30 am
SFO
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BKI
32h 55m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
1:45 am - 8:40 pm
BKI
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SFO
33h 55m
2 stops
$1,184China Southern
Sat, Jul 11 - Wed, Jul 15
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 12:30 am
SFO
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BKI
32h 55m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
1:45 am - 8:40 pm
BKI
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SFO
33h 55m
1 stop
$1,281China Southern
Sat, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 28

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XiamenAir flights from California to Kota Kinabalu

Our best XiamenAir deals on California to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
XiamenAir
Nov 1
LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles
45h 20m
2 stops
BKI12:05 pmKota Kinabalu
Nov 15
BKI1:05 pmKota Kinabalu
21h 55m
2 stops
LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
$918
XiamenAir
Nov 1
LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles
45h 20m
2 stops
BKI12:05 pmKota Kinabalu
Nov 15
BKI1:05 pmKota Kinabalu
21h 55m
2 stops
LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
$919
XiamenAir
Nov 3
LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles
45h 20m
2 stops
BKI12:05 pmKota Kinabalu
Nov 12
BKI1:05 pmKota Kinabalu
21h 55m
2 stops
LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
$994

China Southern flights from California to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Southern deals on California to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
China Southern
Jul 11
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
32h 55m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Jul 15
BKI1:45 amKota Kinabalu
33h 55m
2 stops
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,184
China Southern
Aug 15
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
32h 55m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Aug 28
BKI1:45 amKota Kinabalu
33h 55m
1 stop
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,281

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated June 30, 2026.
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Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Fri 8/28

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9/10

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$694

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 8/17

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/20

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$795

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sat 10/31

5:00 pm-10:45 am

2 stops26h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 11/16

9:50 am-5:50 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$911

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sun 11/1

10:45 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops45h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/15

1:05 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$918

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sun 11/1

10:45 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops45h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/15

1:05 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$919

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

10:40 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 10/13

12:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$988

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

11:45 am-3:35 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/24

8:45 pm-8:50 am

1 stop27h 05m

$1,051

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

11:45 am-3:35 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/24

3:00 pm-8:50 am

2 stops32h 50m

$1,097

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

12:35 am-12:30 am

1 stop32h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/15

1:45 am-8:40 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,184

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 8/15

12:35 am-12:30 am

1 stop32h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 8/28

1:45 am-8:40 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,281

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from California to Kota Kinabalu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $631. The month of January is another great option to travel to Kota Kinabalu, with average flight prices from California averaging around $654.

Can stopping save me money on California to Kota Kinabalu flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Kota Kinabalu flight.

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Fastest flight time

21h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from California to Kota Kinabalu takes 21h 00m
There are no direct flights from California to Kota Kinabalu. There are no popular flight routes from California to Kota Kinabalu.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Kota Kinabalu

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kota Kinabalu Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Kota Kinabalu

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China EasternPriceFrom $631Free CancellationRating
7.3
226 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,033Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,557 reviews
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