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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu from $444

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12:00 pm - 12:30 am
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BKI
21h 30m
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1:30 am - 9:05 am
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SFO
22h 35m
1 stop
$901China Eastern
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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21h 30m
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1:30 am - 3:11 pm
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28h 41m
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$935China Eastern
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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21h 30m
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China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 9:05 am
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22h 35m
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$966China Eastern
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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21h 30m
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1:30 am - 7:20 pm
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32h 50m
2 stops
$1,000China Eastern
Mon, May 18 - Thu, May 28
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21h 30m
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1:30 am - 7:20 pm
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$1,152China Eastern
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Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 31
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China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 3:56 pm
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29h 26m
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$1,220China Eastern
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BKI
21h 30m
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1:30 am - 9:05 am
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22h 35m
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$1,315China Eastern
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$1,331Multiple Airlines
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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
Sep 10
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 13
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
22h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$901
China Eastern
Sep 10
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 13
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
28h 41m
2 stops
SFO3:11 pmSan Francisco
$935
China Eastern
Sep 10
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 13
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
22h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$966

Japan Airlines flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Japan Airlines deals on San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Sep 10
SFO1:55 pmSan Francisco
40h 40m
2 stops
BKI9:35 pmKota Kinabalu
Sep 14
BKI7:05 pmKota Kinabalu
31h 50m
2 stops
SFO11:55 amSan Francisco
$1,415
Japan Airlines
Sep 10
SFO1:55 pmSan Francisco
40h 40m
2 stops
BKI9:35 pmKota Kinabalu
Sep 14
BKI5:20 amKota Kinabalu
45h 35m
2 stops
SFO11:55 amSan Francisco
$1,416

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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$901

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

1:30 am-3:11 pm

2 stops28h 41m

$935

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$966

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/28

1:30 am-7:20 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$1,000

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/28

1:30 am-7:20 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$1,152

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/31

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$1,186

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/1

1:30 am-3:56 pm

2 stops29h 26m

$1,220

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 5/23

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 6/3

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$1,315

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

10:30 am-8:20 pm

3 stops42h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/2

7:25 am-7:55 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,325

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

10:30 am-7:45 pm

3 stops42h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 6/4

7:25 am-7:55 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,331

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Fastest flight time

19h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu takes 19h 30m
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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 19h 30m.

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

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    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
7.2
202 reviews
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