Best One-Way Price | $554 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | $925 |
Fastest flight time | 28h 35m |
Operated By | 4 airlines |
CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Kota Kinabalu
Los Angeles (LAX) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Typically, flights to Kota Kinabalu from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu, which has an average price of $1,013
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LOS ANGELES | May | 35% cheaper | Flying from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu costs on average just $657 in May |
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LOS ANGELES | December | 60% more expensive | It costs about $1,616 for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Los Angeles in December |
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LOS ANGELES | December | 520% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Kota Kinabalu from Los Angeles in December than any other month |
When flying from the United States, there are a few locations that have Kota Kinabalu flight deals, including Boston, Los Angeles, and New York. Trips departing from Boston to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, generally last between 25 and 29 hours, while journeys originating in Los Angeles normally take between 28 and 32 hours. If you will be flying out of New York, you can expect the trip to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu to last on average between 31 and 33 hours.
Unfortunately, nonstop flights from the United States to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia are not currently available. Instead, you can plan on having up to two layovers during your trip. When leaving from Boston, it is common to have layovers in the cities of Doha and Kuala Lumpur, while trips departing from Los Angeles normally stop in cities such as Tokyo and Changi. If your flight originates in New York, you may have a layover in either Istanbul or Kuala Lumpur.
Users booking trips to Kota Kinabalu from Bandar Seri Begawan found flights 95% 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.
In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Kota Kinabalu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $762. The month of October is another great option to travel to Kota Kinabalu, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $861.
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 Centre Point Sabah.
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).
Lawas Airport has an average price of $70 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.
China Eastern, Korean Air, China Southern and Malaysia 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.
The most popular airline for flights to Kota Kinabalu on momondo is Singapore Airlines, which operates 3 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Singapore Changi, with the best deal for Singapore Airlines flights to Kota Kinabalu being $894 (round-trip, Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 50 Singapore Airlines reviews, it is rated 8.4 by momondo users.
Malaysia Airlines (7.6/10, 8 reviews) is also a popular choice for flights to Kota Kinabalu, with deals from as low as $1,230 from Seattle/Tacoma Intl, round-trip. With 68 Malaysia Airlines flights to Kota Kinabalu on average each week, prices can vary significantly by origin and availability.
One of the easiest ways to travel from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to the city’s downtown area is by either taking a local taxi or renting your own vehicle. Depending on if there is any traffic at the time, the drive will normally last you between 15 and 20 minutes. You can rent a car directly from the airport, and there are a few companies to choose from, including Avis, Budget, and Hertz. There is also an airport taxi counter that can be found in the arrivals terminal. Unfortunately, neither ridesharing apps nor public transportation are options for traveling between these two locations.
If you are a United States citizen, you are not required to have a visa in order to fly to Kota Kinabalu or a different part of Malaysia. However, you must book a return ticket that is scheduled within at least 90 days of your arrival. In addition, you must have a valid United States passport that does not expire throughout the duration of your trip, or within six months of your expected return date. Your passport must have at least two blank pages in order to receive your stamp from immigration. If you are able to present all of these valid documents, you will generally have the right to stay in the country for up to 90 days as a tourist.
If you want to spend some time by the ocean, make sure to head to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, a group of five islands that is known for its swimming and snorkeling opportunities. Those that enjoy hiking won’t want to miss out on exploring Mount Kinabalu, a large peak that is situated in a protected park. Learn about the region’s rich local history by going to the Sabah State Museum, which has a selection of exhibits related to ethnography. The Mari Mari Cultural Village is also a popular attraction among visitors and will give you the opportunity to see traditional tribal performances.
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