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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu from $489

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 11/9. 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
2:30 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
-
BKI
43h 00m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 6:52 pm
BKI
-
SFO
32h 22m
2 stops
$967China Eastern
Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Jul 12
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
-
BKI
21h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 6:52 pm
BKI
-
SFO
32h 22m
2 stops
$1,149China Eastern
Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Jul 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
-
BKI
21h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 9:05 am
BKI
-
SFO
22h 35m
1 stop
$1,303Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Jul 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 1:20 am
SFO
-
BKI
20h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:50 pm - 11:00 am
BKI
-
SFO
33h 10m
3 stops
$1,462Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 9 - Mon, Jul 13
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 3:35 pm
SFO
-
BKI
48h 15m
2 stops
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 11:30 am
BKI
-
SFO
52h 10m
2 stops
$1,679Malaysia Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 4
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 3:35 pm
SFO
-
BKI
48h 15m
2 stops
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 11:30 am
BKI
-
SFO
52h 10m
2 stops
$1,760Malaysia Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 4
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 3:35 pm
SFO
-
BKI
36h 50m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 8:35 pm
BKI
-
SFO
23h 20m
1 stop
$2,062Singapore Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 11:15 am
SFO
-
BKI
32h 30m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 8:35 pm
BKI
-
SFO
39h 05m
1 stop
$2,180Singapore Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 6:20 pm
SFO
-
BKI
26h 45m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
12:30 am - 8:40 pm
BKI
-
SFO
59h 10m
2 stops
$2,251China Southern
Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 29
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 3:35 pm
SFO
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BKI
36h 50m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 9:50 am
BKI
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SFO
36h 35m
1 stop
$2,301Singapore Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4

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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 29
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
33h 10m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Oct 3
BKI1:15 amKota Kinabalu
36h 25m
1 stop
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
$2,434
Cathay Pacific
Oct 5
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Oct 22
BKI1:15 amKota Kinabalu
36h 25m
1 stop
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
$6,639

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 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

Thu 7/9

2:30 pm-12:30 am

2 stops43h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/12

1:30 am-6:52 pm

2 stops32h 22m

$967

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/12

1:30 am-6:52 pm

2 stops32h 22m

$1,149
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/12

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$1,303

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

1:55 pm-1:20 am

2 stops20h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/13

4:50 pm-11:00 am

3 stops33h 10m

$1,462

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Tue 9/29

12:20 am-3:35 pm

2 stops48h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

10:20 pm-11:30 am

2 stops52h 10m

$1,679

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Tue 9/29

12:20 am-3:35 pm

2 stops48h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

10:20 pm-11:30 am

2 stops52h 10m

$1,760

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 9/30

11:45 am-3:35 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

12:15 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$2,062

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

11:45 am-11:15 am

1 stop32h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/30

8:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop39h 05m

$2,180

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

12:35 am-6:20 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/29

12:30 am-8:40 pm

2 stops59h 10m

$2,251

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 9/30

11:45 am-3:35 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

12:15 pm-9:50 am

1 stop36h 35m

$2,301

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Fastest flight time

35h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu takes 35h 35m
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 35h 35m.

  • 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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Free Cancellation
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China EasternPriceFrom $654Free CancellationRating
7.3
226 reviews
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