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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu from $528

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu departing on 7/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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1:10 am - 10:00 am
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BKI
41h 50m
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4:50 pm - 10:30 am
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SFO
32h 40m
2 stops
$969Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 27
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12:15 pm - 10:00 am
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BKI
30h 45m
2 stops
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4:50 pm - 4:30 pm
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SFO
38h 40m
2 stops
$1,014Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 25
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9:20 am - 12:30 am
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BKI
24h 10m
2 stops
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1:30 am - 3:44 pm
BKI
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SFO
29h 14m
2 stops
$1,028China Eastern
Sun, Jul 5 - Fri, Jul 10
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12:25 pm - 10:00 am
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BKI
30h 35m
2 stops
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4:20 pm - 6:35 am
BKI
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SFO
29h 15m
2 stops
$1,037Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
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9:30 am - 12:30 am
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BKI
24h 00m
2 stops
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10:50 pm - 9:05 am
BKI
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SFO
25h 15m
1 stop
$1,072Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
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12:30 am - 1:20 am
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BKI
33h 50m
1 stop
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6:45 pm - 9:50 am
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54h 05m
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$1,146Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 27
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12:30 am - 1:20 am
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BKI
33h 50m
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12:15 pm - 9:50 am
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36h 35m
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$1,154Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 27
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5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
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BKI
39h 30m
1 stop
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1:15 am - 2:15 pm
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SFO
28h 00m
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$1,159Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24
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3:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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BKI
31h 00m
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1:15 am - 9:10 pm
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34h 55m
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$1,185Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 15
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5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
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39h 30m
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27h 30m
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$1,212Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 25

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China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
China Eastern
Jul 5
SFO9:20 amSan Francisco
24h 10m
2 stops
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Jul 10
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
29h 14m
2 stops
SFO3:44 pmSan Francisco
$1,028
China Eastern
Jun 25
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Jul 12
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
22h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$1,297

Malaysia Airlines flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
Sep 14
SFO1:55 pmSan Francisco
36h 05m
2 stops
BKI5:00 pmKota Kinabalu
Sep 16
BKI10:20 pmKota Kinabalu
39h 20m
2 stops
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,614
Malaysia Airlines
Sep 29
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
48h 15m
2 stops
BKI3:35 pmKota Kinabalu
Oct 4
BKI10:20 pmKota Kinabalu
52h 10m
2 stops
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
$1,679
Malaysia Airlines
Sep 29
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
48h 15m
2 stops
BKI3:35 pmKota Kinabalu
Oct 4
BKI10:20 pmKota Kinabalu
52h 10m
2 stops
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
$1,760

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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

1:10 am-10:00 am

2 stops41h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/27

4:50 pm-10:30 am

2 stops32h 40m

$969

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

12:15 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/25

4:50 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops38h 40m

$1,014

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 7/5

9:20 am-12:30 am

2 stops24h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/10

1:30 am-3:44 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$1,028

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

12:25 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

4:20 pm-6:35 am

2 stops29h 15m

$1,037
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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

9:30 am-12:30 am

2 stops24h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

10:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 15m

$1,072

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

12:30 am-1:20 am

1 stop33h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/27

6:45 pm-9:50 am

2 stops54h 05m

$1,146

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

12:30 am-1:20 am

1 stop33h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/27

12:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop36h 35m

$1,154

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

5:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop39h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9/24

1:15 am-2:15 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$1,159

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 7/25

3:30 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 8/15

1:15 am-9:10 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,185

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

5:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop39h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/25

7:25 am-7:55 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,212

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Fastest flight time

24h 10m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu takes 24h 10m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

  • How far is San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Kota Kinabalu is about 7617.0 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 24h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    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 San Francisco 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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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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China EasternPriceFrom $654Free CancellationRating
7.3
223 reviews
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