What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu?

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights connecting via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 35m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Kota Kinabalu?

Shanghai (PVG) was the most common stop: 88% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights via Shanghai (PVG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $741.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu?

Shanghai (PVG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 4h 58m.

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The number of operators available for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport is 2 as of August 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kota Kinabalu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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3:45 pm - 11:10 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

27h 25m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl

9:50 am - 5:50 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

24h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Haneda

$800Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 24

10:55 am - 12:35 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

21h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

1:30 am - 4:20 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

30h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$800Cathay Pacific

Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 24

4:50 pm - 10:00 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

26h 10m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl

8:05 am - 6:45 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

25h 40m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Haneda

$803Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7

11:05 am - 10:00 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

30h 55m2 stops Tokyo Narita Kuala Lumpur Intl

9:50 am - 5:50 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

24h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Haneda

$804Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 24

12:45 pm - 3:20 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

34h 35m3 stops Tokyo Narita Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl

2:40 pm - 6:10 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

43h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi

$939Singapore Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 25

12:45 pm - 3:20 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

34h 35m3 stops Tokyo Narita Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl

2:40 pm - 7:55 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

21h 15m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi

$964Singapore Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 25

12:30 pm - 12:30 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

21h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

1:30 am - 10:05 amBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

23h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$985China Eastern

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 20

12:30 pm - 12:30 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

21h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

10:50 pm - 10:05 amBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

26h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,014China Eastern

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

12:30 pm - 12:30 amLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

21h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

1:30 am - 10:05 amBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

23h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,021China Eastern

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6

12:45 pm - 3:20 pmLAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-BKI Kota Kinabalu

34h 35m3 stops Tokyo Narita Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl

2:40 pm - 6:10 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

43h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi

$1,037Singapore Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 25

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Cathay Pacific flights from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 26

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

21h 40m

1 stop

BKI12:35 amKota Kinabalu

Feb 24

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

30h 50m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$800

Cathay Pacific

Jan 26

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

21h 40m

1 stop

BKI12:35 amKota Kinabalu

Feb 24

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

30h 50m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$807

Cathay Pacific

Jan 26

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

21h 40m

1 stop

BKI12:35 amKota Kinabalu

Feb 24

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

30h 50m

1 stop

LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$808

Singapore Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu

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Singapore Airlines

Jan 26

LAX12:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

34h 35m

3 stops

BKI3:20 pmKota Kinabalu

Feb 25

BKI2:40 pmKota Kinabalu

43h 30m

2 stops

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$939

Singapore Airlines

Jan 26

LAX12:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

34h 35m

3 stops

BKI3:20 pmKota Kinabalu

Feb 25

BKI2:40 pmKota Kinabalu

43h 30m

2 stops

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$964

Singapore Airlines

Jan 26

LAX12:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

34h 35m

3 stops

BKI3:20 pmKota Kinabalu

Feb 25

BKI2:40 pmKota Kinabalu

43h 30m

2 stops

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,037

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2 stops25h 40m

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11:05 am-10:00 am

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Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/24

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2 stops24h 00m

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12:45 pm-3:20 pm

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Kota Kinabalu

Thu 2/25

2:40 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops43h 30m

$939

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Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 1/26

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Thu 2/25

2:40 pm-7:55 pm

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Wed 9/23

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1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 10/20

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$985

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Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 9/19

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 9/26

10:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop26h 15m

$1,014

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LAXBKI

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 9/4

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/6

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$1,021

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - BKI Kota Kinabalu

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Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 1/26

12:45 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops34h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 2/25

2:40 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops43h 30m

$1,037

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $751. The month of December is another great option to travel to Kota Kinabalu, with average flight prices from Los Angeles averaging around $775.

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Fastest flight time	25h 45m
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The best one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $406. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $800.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu takes 25h 45m

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How far is Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu by plane?
The distance between Los Angeles and Kota Kinabalu is about 7935.5 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 25h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport is 2 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kota Kinabalu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Los Angeles to Kota Kinabalu is China Eastern (67% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Singapore Airlines (33%).

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $631	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 232 reviews		Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $828	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,585 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights

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