How long does it take to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as New York or Newark, and flying into Kota Kinabalu, then you can expect flight times to average 33h 15m and 35h 40m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu Airport refresh daily.

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

As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York 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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3:00 pm - 9:30 pmJFK-BKI

41h 30m2 stops

1:00 pm - 8:20 amBKI-JFK

32h 20m2 stops

$1,241Multiple Airlines

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vie., ene. 30 - dom., feb. 15

8:15 pm - 7:00 pmJFK-BKI

33h 45m2 stops

2:40 pm - 11:15 amBKI-JFK

33h 35m3 stops

$1,305Singapore Airlines

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vie., ene. 30 - dom., feb. 15

8:15 pm - 7:00 pmJFK-BKI

33h 45m2 stops

2:40 pm - 11:15 amBKI-JFK

33h 35m3 stops

$1,314Singapore Airlines

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vie., ene. 30 - dom., feb. 15

1:45 am - 12:30 amJFK-BKI

33h 45m1 stop

1:30 am - 4:45 amBKI-JFK

40h 15m1 stop

$1,330Cathay Pacific

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mar., mar. 3 - sáb., mar. 7

12:55 pm - 6:00 pmJFK-BKI

40h 05m1 stop

7:00 pm - 10:55 amBKI-JFK

28h 55m1 stop

$1,340XiamenAir

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vie., ene. 30 - dom., feb. 15

8:15 pm - 3:20 pmJFK-BKI

30h 05m3 stops

2:40 pm - 11:15 amBKI-JFK

33h 35m3 stops

$1,378Singapore Airlines

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vie., ene. 30 - dom., feb. 15

11:55 pm - 12:30 pmEWR-BKI

48h 35m3 stops

11:00 am - 9:10 pmBKI-EWR

47h 10m3 stops

$1,397Multiple Airlines

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lun., oct. 27 - jue., nov. 6

6:25 pm - 5:05 pmJFK-BKI

33h 40m2 stops

4:05 pm - 5:45 amBKI-JFK

25h 40m2 stops

$1,578Malaysia Airlines

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mié., mar. 4 - dom., mar. 8

6:25 pm - 11:10 amJFK-BKI

27h 45m2 stops

10:10 am - 4:45 amBKI-JFK

31h 35m2 stops

$1,579Malaysia Airlines

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mié., mar. 4 - dom., mar. 8

1:45 am - 12:30 amJFK-BKI

33h 45m1 stop

1:30 am - 5:45 amBKI-JFK

41h 15m1 stop

$1,769Cathay Pacific

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jue., ene. 29 - sáb., feb. 14

Singapore Airlines flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu

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Singapore Airlines

Jan 30

JFK8:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 45m

2 stops

BKI7:00 pmKota Kinabalu

Feb 15

BKI2:40 pmKota Kinabalu

33h 35m

3 stops

JFK11:15 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,305

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Singapore Airlines

Jan 30

JFK8:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 45m

2 stops

BKI7:00 pmKota Kinabalu

Feb 15

BKI2:40 pmKota Kinabalu

33h 35m

3 stops

JFK11:15 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,314

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Singapore Airlines

Jan 30

JFK8:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 05m

3 stops

BKI3:20 pmKota Kinabalu

Feb 15

BKI2:40 pmKota Kinabalu

33h 35m

3 stops

JFK11:15 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,378

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Cathay Pacific flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 3

JFK1:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Mar 7

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

40h 15m

1 stop

JFK4:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,330

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 29

JFK1:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Feb 14

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

41h 15m

1 stop

JFK5:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,769

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 29

JFK1:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Feb 14

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

41h 15m

1 stop

JFK5:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,774

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New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 1/30

3:00 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops41h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 2/15

1:00 pm-8:20 am

2 stops32h 20m

$1,241

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 1/30

8:15 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 2/15

2:40 pm-11:15 am

3 stops33h 35m

$1,305

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 1/30

8:15 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 2/15

2:40 pm-11:15 am

3 stops33h 35m

$1,314

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 3/3

1:45 am-12:30 am

1 stop33h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

sáb. 3/7

1:30 am-4:45 am

1 stop40h 15m

$1,330

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 1/30

12:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop40h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 2/15

7:00 pm-10:55 am

1 stop28h 55m

$1,340

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 1/30

8:15 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops30h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 2/15

2:40 pm-11:15 am

3 stops33h 35m

$1,378

NewarkKota Kinabalu

EWR - BKI

EWRBKI

Newark

lun. 10/27

11:55 pm-12:30 pm

3 stops48h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

jue. 11/6

11:00 am-9:10 pm

3 stops47h 10m

$1,397

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 3/4

6:25 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 3/8

4:05 pm-5:45 am

2 stops25h 40m

$1,578

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 3/4

6:25 pm-11:10 am

2 stops27h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 3/8

10:10 am-4:45 am

2 stops31h 35m

$1,579

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 1/29

1:45 am-12:30 am

1 stop33h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

sáb. 2/14

1:30 am-5:45 am

1 stop41h 15m

$1,769

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu from New York. 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 New York 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.

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 evening. momondo users have found flights departing from New York 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.

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How far is New York to Kota Kinabalu by plane?
The distance between New York and Kota Kinabalu is about 9139.1 mi. Typically, this will take 26h 20m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York 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 New York to Kota Kinabalu?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to Kota Kinabalu is Singapore Airlines (100% of total bookings).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $816	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,377 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights

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