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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu from $451

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 7/13. 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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12:40 pm - 3:35 pm
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BKI
35h 55m
2 stops
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10:20 pm - 10:55 am
BKI
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SFO
27h 35m
2 stops
$963Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23
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8:30 am - 12:30 am
SFO
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BKI
25h 00m
2 stops
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10:50 pm - 9:05 am
BKI
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SFO
25h 15m
1 stop
$979Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23
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5:00 pm - 11:30 pm
SFO
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BKI
39h 30m
1 stop
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1:40 am - 2:15 pm
BKI
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SFO
27h 35m
1 stop
$1,105Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 22
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12:40 pm - 3:35 pm
SFO
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BKI
35h 55m
2 stops
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7:05 pm - 4:00 pm
BKI
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SFO
35h 55m
3 stops
$1,331Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23
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12:00 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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BKI
21h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 am - 9:05 am
BKI
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SFO
22h 35m
1 stop
$1,426China Eastern
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 23
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1:05 am - 10:15 pm
SFO
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BKI
30h 10m
3 stops
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5:20 am - 8:30 pm
BKI
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SFO
30h 10m
3 stops
$1,512Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 23
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3:55 pm - 12:40 am
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BKI
41h 45m
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4:20 pm - 1:35 pm
BKI
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SFO
60h 15m
2 stops
$1,531Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 24
China Eastern Logo
9:30 am - 12:30 am
SFO
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BKI
24h 00m
2 stops
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1:30 am - 9:05 am
BKI
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SFO
22h 35m
1 stop
$1,569China Eastern
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 23
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12:00 pm - 12:30 am
SFO
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BKI
21h 30m
1 stop
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1:30 am - 3:54 pm
BKI
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SFO
29h 24m
2 stops
$1,580China Eastern
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 23
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3:55 pm - 12:40 am
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BKI
41h 45m
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3:00 pm - 1:35 pm
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SFO
61h 35m
2 stops
$1,604Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 24

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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 21
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 23
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
22h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$1,426
China Eastern
Sep 21
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
24h 00m
2 stops
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 23
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
22h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$1,569
China Eastern
Sep 21
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
21h 30m
1 stop
BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 23
BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu
29h 24m
2 stops
SFO3:54 pmSan Francisco
$1,580

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Sep 1
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
32h 30m
1 stop
BKI11:15 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 30
BKI8:30 pmKota Kinabalu
39h 05m
1 stop
SFO8:35 pmSan Francisco
$2,159
Singapore Airlines
Sep 1
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
32h 30m
1 stop
BKI11:15 amKota Kinabalu
Sep 30
BKI8:30 pmKota Kinabalu
39h 05m
1 stop
SFO8:35 pmSan Francisco
$2,160

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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

12:40 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/23

10:20 pm-10:55 am

2 stops27h 35m

$963

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

8:30 am-12:30 am

2 stops25h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/23

10:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 15m

$979

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

5:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop39h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 8/22

1:40 am-2:15 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$1,105

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

12:40 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/23

7:05 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops35h 55m

$1,331
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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/23

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$1,426

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Sat 8/15

1:05 am-10:15 pm

3 stops30h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/23

5:20 am-8:30 pm

3 stops30h 10m

$1,512

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

3:55 pm-12:40 am

2 stops41h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9/24

4:20 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops60h 15m

$1,531

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

9:30 am-12:30 am

2 stops24h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/23

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$1,569

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/23

1:30 am-3:54 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,580

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

3:55 pm-12:40 am

2 stops41h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9/24

3:00 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops61h 35m

$1,604

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Fastest flight time

35h 55m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu takes 35h 55m
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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 55m.

  • 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
226 reviews
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