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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Kota Kinabalu?

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Finding the right flight to Kota Kinabalu is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Kota Kinabalu quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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Can I find flights to Kota Kinabalu with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Kota Kinabalu to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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How can momondo help me find flights to Kota Kinabalu?

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momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Kota Kinabalu.

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I’m not ready to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Kota Kinabalu, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Kota Kinabalu and alert you when they change.

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What is there to do in Kota Kinabalu when it’s raining?

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If you are planning a flight to Kota Kinabalu and are looking to avoid the rain, you should avoid traveling during the months of May, June, and July. These months will typically see 5.1 inches or more of rain, meaning that rain is likely. If you do run into rain while in Kota Kinabalu, there are still things to do and ways to enjoy your trip. For those looking to get out of the rain and do a little shopping, check out City Mall.

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Is there an alternative airport near Kota Kinabalu?

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Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Kota Kinabalu is possible. If you are planning a flight to Kota Kinabalu, consider booking flights to Labuan Airport (73 mi from Kota Kinabalu city center), Kudat Airport (83 mi from Kota Kinabalu city center) or Lawas Airport (90 mi from Kota Kinabalu city center).

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Kota Kinabalu?

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Labuan Airport has an average price of $103 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Kota Kinabalu. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Question 8

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Kota Kinabalu?

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Users booking trips to Kota Kinabalu from Tawau found flights 85% cheaper than the average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu. To find the cheapest price to Kota Kinabalu from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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Which airlines fly to Kota Kinabalu?

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China Eastern, Singapore Airlines, China Southern and Japan Airlines are the most popular airlines that fly from United States to Kota Kinabalu on a routine basis, according to our data. You should be able to find flights to Kota Kinabalu with these airlines and other airlines flying from United States.

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Singapore Airlines Flights to Kota Kinabalu

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The most popular airline for flights to Kota Kinabalu on momondo is Singapore Airlines, which operates 7 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Kuala Lumpur Intl, with the best deal for Singapore Airlines flights to Kota Kinabalu being $816 (round-trip, New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kota Kinabalu, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 1,411 Singapore Airlines reviews, it is rated 8.1 by momondo users.

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China Eastern Flights to Kota Kinabalu

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China Eastern (7.2/10, 178 reviews) is also a popular choice for flights to Kota Kinabalu, with deals from as low as $667 from Los Angeles, round-trip. With 7 China Eastern flights to Kota Kinabalu on average each week, prices can vary significantly by origin and availability.

Question 12

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

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Prices for flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport were last updated today.

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How many operators does momondo search for flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

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As of December 2025, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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

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The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

Question 15

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

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The required travel and health documents for your Kota Kinabalu Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Question 16

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

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According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,203. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,553. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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How long does it take to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

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If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or Miami, and flying into Kota Kinabalu, then you can expect flight times to average 25h 45m and , respectively.

Question 18

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

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According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Kota Kinabalu in the evening for as low as $1,203. 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 morning, with an average ticket price of $1,343. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LOS ANGELES	April	43% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu costs on average just $697 in April
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LOS ANGELES	December	39% more expensive	It costs about $1,675 for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LOS ANGELES	April	842% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Kota Kinabalu from Los Angeles in April than any other month

Best One-Way Price	$436
Best Round-Trip Price	$620
Fastest flight time	21h 00m

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