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Cheap flights from California to Kota Kinabalu from $554

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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
$695China Eastern
Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 6
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
$720China Eastern
Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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BKI
21h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 3:11 pm
BKI
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SFO
28h 41m
2 stops
$942China Eastern
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 10:00 am
LAX
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BKI
30h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 6:45 pm
BKI
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LAX
26h 55m
2 stops
$955Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:05 pm - 3:20 pm
LAX
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BKI
25h 15m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 7:55 pm
BKI
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LAX
21h 15m
2 stops
$966Singapore Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:05 pm - 3:20 pm
LAX
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BKI
25h 15m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 7:55 pm
BKI
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LAX
39h 55m
1 stop
$1,008Singapore Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 12:30 am
LAX
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BKI
21h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 9:05 am
BKI
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LAX
23h 35m
1 stop
$1,036Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Nov 15
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 6:20 pm
SFO
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BKI
26h 45m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
7:20 pm - 8:40 pm
BKI
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SFO
40h 20m
2 stops
$1,353China Southern
Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 11
Korean Air Logo
6:00 am - 11:35 pm
LAS
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BKI
26h 35m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
12:35 am - 4:20 pm
BKI
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LAS
30h 45m
1 stop
$1,736Korean Air
Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 4
Korean Air Logo
6:00 am - 11:35 pm
LAS
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BKI
26h 35m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
12:35 am - 7:12 pm
BKI
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LAS
33h 37m
2 stops
$1,747Korean Air
Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 4

Korean Air flights from California to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Korean Air deals on California to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Korean Air
Sep 1
LAS6:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
26h 35m
2 stops
BKI11:35 pmKota Kinabalu
Sep 4
BKI12:35 amKota Kinabalu
30h 45m
1 stop
LAS4:20 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$1,736
Korean Air
Sep 1
LAS6:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
26h 35m
2 stops
BKI11:35 pmKota Kinabalu
Sep 4
BKI12:35 amKota Kinabalu
33h 37m
2 stops
LAS7:12 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$1,747
Korean Air
Sep 1
LAS9:10 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
23h 25m
2 stops
BKI11:35 pmKota Kinabalu
Sep 4
BKI12:35 amKota Kinabalu
30h 45m
1 stop
LAS4:20 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$1,751

China Southern flights from California to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Southern deals on California to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
China Southern
Oct 6
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
26h 45m
1 stop
BKI6:20 pmKota Kinabalu
Oct 11
BKI7:20 pmKota Kinabalu
40h 20m
2 stops
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,353
China Southern
Jun 27
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
26h 45m
1 stop
BKI6:20 pmKota Kinabalu
Jul 5
BKI7:20 pmKota Kinabalu
40h 20m
2 stops
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,567
China Southern
Jun 28
SFO6:08 pmSan Francisco
33h 12m
2 stops
BKI6:20 pmKota Kinabalu
Jul 5
BKI7:20 pmKota Kinabalu
40h 20m
2 stops
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,592

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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 May 15, 2026.
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Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/6

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$695

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 9/7

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$720

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/8

1:30 am-3:11 pm

2 stops28h 41m

$942

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

12:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/8

6:50 am-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$955

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sun 11/1

10:05 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 11/11

2:40 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$966

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Sun 11/1

10:05 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 11/11

8:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop39h 55m

$1,008

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 9/21

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/15

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$1,036

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

12:35 am-6:20 pm

1 stop26h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/11

7:20 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops40h 20m

$1,353

Las VegasKota Kinabalu

LAS - BKI

LASBKI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-11:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/4

12:35 am-4:20 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,736

Las VegasKota Kinabalu

LAS - BKI

LASBKI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-11:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/4

12:35 am-7:12 pm

2 stops33h 37m

$1,747

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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 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Kota Kinabalu flight.

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

Fastest flight time

23h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from California to Kota Kinabalu takes 23h 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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    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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Rating
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China EasternPriceFrom $631Free CancellationRating
7.3
211 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,033Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,513 reviews
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