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Cheap flights from California to Kota Kinabalu from $653

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China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 12:30 amLAX-BKI
21h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 10:05 amBKI-LAX
23h 35m1 stop
$653China Eastern
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jue., ago. 28 - mié., sep. 3
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 12:30 amLAX-BKI
21h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 10:05 amBKI-LAX
23h 35m1 stop
$700China Eastern
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jue., ago. 28 - mié., sep. 3
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 12:30 amLAX-BKI
21h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 10:05 amBKI-LAX
23h 35m1 stop
$761China Eastern
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dom., sep. 14 - sáb., sep. 20
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12:45 pm - 10:00 amLAX-BKI
30h 15m2 stops
Logo
10:00 pm - 9:50 amBKI-LAX
27h 50m2 stops
$770
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lun., oct. 20 - lun., nov. 10
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1:10 pm - 10:00 amLAX-BKI
29h 50m2 stops
Logo
7:00 am - 6:45 pmBKI-LAX
26h 45m2 stops
$801
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sáb., ago. 30 - lun., sep. 8
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1:10 pm - 12:30 pmLAX-BKI
32h 20m2 stops
Logo
7:00 am - 6:45 pmBKI-LAX
26h 45m2 stops
$809
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jue., ago. 28 - jue., sep. 4
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 6:00 pmSFO-BKI
26h 25m1 stop
China Southern Logo
7:05 pm - 7:40 pmBKI-SFO
40h 35m2 stops
$1,000China Southern
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mar., oct. 28 - dom., nov. 2
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:40 pm - 7:25 pmLAX-BKI
28h 45m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 7:55 pmBKI-LAX
24h 05m1 stop
$1,021Singapore Airlines
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lun., oct. 20 - lun., nov. 10
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:40 pm - 7:25 pmLAX-BKI
28h 45m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 10:55 amBKI-LAX
39h 05m2 stops
$1,034Singapore Airlines
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lun., oct. 20 - lun., nov. 10
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 6:00 pmLAX-BKI
28h 00m1 stop
China Southern Logo
7:05 pm - 6:10 pmBKI-LAX
39h 05m1 stop
$1,043China Southern
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mié., nov. 5 - vie., nov. 14

China Eastern flights from California to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Eastern deals on California to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
China Eastern
Aug 28
LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles
21h 00m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 3
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
23h 35m
1 stop
LAX10:05 amLos Angeles
$653
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China Eastern
Aug 28
LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles
21h 00m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 3
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
23h 35m
1 stop
LAX10:05 amLos Angeles
$700
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China Eastern
Sep 14
LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles
21h 00m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 20
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
23h 35m
1 stop
LAX10:05 amLos Angeles
$761
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China Southern flights from California to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Southern deals on California to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
China Southern
Oct 28
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
26h 25m
1 stop
BKI6:00 pmKota Kinabalu
Nov 2
BKI7:05 pmKota Kinabalu
40h 35m
2 stops
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,000
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China Southern
Nov 5
LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles
28h 00m
1 stop
BKI6:00 pmKota Kinabalu
Nov 14
BKI7:05 pmKota Kinabalu
39h 05m
1 stop
LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles
$1,043
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China Southern
Aug 11
SFO4:25 pmSan Francisco
34h 55m
2 stops
BKI6:20 pmKota Kinabalu
Aug 13
BKI3:30 amKota Kinabalu
32h 00m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$2,790
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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 julio 31, 2025.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

jue. 8/28

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

mié. 9/3

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$653

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

jue. 8/28

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

mié. 9/3

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$700

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

dom. 9/14

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

sáb. 9/20

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$761

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

lun. 10/20

12:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 11/10

10:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

$770

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

sáb. 8/30

1:10 pm-10:00 am

2 stops29h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 9/8

7:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$801

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

jue. 8/28

1:10 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops32h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

jue. 9/4

7:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$809

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

mar. 10/28

12:35 am-6:00 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 11/2

7:05 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$1,000

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

lun. 10/20

11:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 11/10

11:50 am-7:55 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$1,021

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

lun. 10/20

11:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 11/10

11:50 am-10:55 am

2 stops39h 05m

$1,034

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

mié. 11/5

10:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

vie. 11/14

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop39h 05m

$1,043

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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 $697. The month of March is another great option to travel to Kota Kinabalu, with average flight prices from California averaging around $747.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $883. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from California to Kota Kinabalu on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,558. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Kota Kinabalu in the afternoon for as low as $1,168. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Kota Kinabalu are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,451. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Cheap California to Kota Kinabalu flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Kota Kinabalu

Best Price Found

$6,825

Fastest flight time

21h 00m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Kota Kinabalu

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu from California in the past 72 hours is $6,825. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Kota Kinabalu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $653.
The fastest flight from California to Kota Kinabalu takes 21h 00m
There are no direct flights from California to Kota Kinabalu. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Los Angeles Airport - Kota Kinabalu Airport and San Francisco Airport - Kota Kinabalu Airport.
There is 1 airport near Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
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    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.

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    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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
China EasternPriceFrom $667Free CancellationRating
7.2
158 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $990Free CancellationRating
8.2
468 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $995Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,338 reviews
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