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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu from $737

This is the cheapest round-trip 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 11/2. 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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China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
20h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 9:00 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
23h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$737China Eastern
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 9:05 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
22h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$746China Eastern
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
10:50 pm - 9:05 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
25h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$746China Eastern
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 9:05 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
22h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$786China Eastern
Mon, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 11
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
10:50 pm - 9:05 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
25h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$786China Eastern
Mon, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 11
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 9:05 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
22h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$786China Eastern
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
10:50 pm - 9:05 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
25h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$786China Eastern
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:23 am - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
25h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 9:05 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
25h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$804Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 pm - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
19h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:15 am - 11:15 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
37h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$815Cathay Pacific
Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8
China Eastern Logo
9:30 am - 12:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BKI Kota Kinabalu
24h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 9:05 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-SFO San Francisco
22h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$820China Eastern
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

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Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sep 2
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
19h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 8
BKI1:15 amKota Kinabalu
37h 00m
1 stop
SFO11:15 pmSan Francisco
$815
Cathay Pacific
Oct 29
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
33h 40m
1 stop
BKI12:35 amKota Kinabalu
Nov 14
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
35h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
$843
Cathay Pacific
Oct 31
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
33h 40m
1 stop
BKI12:35 amKota Kinabalu
Nov 15
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
35h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
$870

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
China Eastern
Nov 2
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Nov 15
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
23h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$737
China Eastern
Sep 3
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 9
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
22h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$746
China Eastern
Aug 31
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 9
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
22h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$786

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 12, 2026.
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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 11/2

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/15

1:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

$737

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$746

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

10:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 15m

$746

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/11

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$786

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/11

10:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 15m

$786

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$786

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

10:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 15m

$786

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

8:23 am-12:30 am

2 stops25h 07m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

10:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 15m

$804

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

2:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop19h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/8

1:15 am-11:15 pm

1 stop37h 00m

$815

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO San Francisco - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

9:30 am-12:30 am

2 stops24h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$820

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Fastest flight time

32h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu takes 32h 10m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu.
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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 32h 10m.

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

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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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Free Cancellation
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China EasternPriceFrom $654Free CancellationRating
7.3
232 reviews
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