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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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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12:00 pm - 12:30 am

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BKI

20h 30m1 stop

1:30 am - 10:00 am

BKI

SFO

23h 30m1 stop

$701China Eastern

Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 22

12:00 pm - 12:30 am

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BKI

20h 30m1 stop

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23h 30m1 stop

$748China Eastern

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6:00 am - 7:45 pm

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23h 30m1 stop

$784China Eastern

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20h 30m1 stop

1:30 am - 5:47 pm

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32h 17m2 stops

$789China Eastern

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1:08 pm - 7:45 pm

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62h 37m2 stops

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23h 30m1 stop

$796China Eastern

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6:00 am - 7:45 pm

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SFO

23h 30m1 stop

$831China Eastern

Tue, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 20

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BKI

20h 30m1 stop

1:30 am - 3:03 pm

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SFO

28h 33m2 stops

$836China Eastern

Mon, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 20

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BKI

20h 30m1 stop

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SFO

47h 33m2 stops

$842China Eastern

Mon, Mar 2 - Sat, Mar 21

10:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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BKI

28h 00m1 stop

7:15 pm - 8:00 pm

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SFO

39h 45m2 stops

$852Multiple Airlines

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10:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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BKI

28h 00m1 stop

7:15 pm - 8:00 pm

BKI

SFO

39h 45m2 stops

$856Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 25

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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China Eastern

Mar 2

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

20h 30m

1 stop

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Mar 22

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

23h 30m

1 stop

SFO10:00 amSan Francisco

$701

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China Eastern

Mar 2

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

20h 30m

1 stop

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Mar 20

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

23h 30m

1 stop

SFO10:00 amSan Francisco

$748

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China Eastern

Mar 3

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

45h 45m

2 stops

BKI7:45 pmKota Kinabalu

Mar 22

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

23h 30m

1 stop

SFO10:00 amSan Francisco

$784

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China Southern flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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China Southern

Jan 12

SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco

32h 55m

2 stops

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Jan 28

BKI7:05 pmKota Kinabalu

40h 35m

2 stops

SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco

$905

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China Southern

Mar 2

SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco

26h 25m

2 stops

BKI6:00 pmKota Kinabalu

Mar 25

BKI7:05 pmKota Kinabalu

40h 35m

2 stops

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

$983

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Mar 5

SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco

26h 25m

2 stops

BKI6:00 pmKota Kinabalu

Mar 22

BKI7:05 pmKota Kinabalu

40h 35m

2 stops

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

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12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

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12:00 pm-12:30 am

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San Francisco

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-7:45 pm

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Kota Kinabalu

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1 stop23h 30m

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Mon 1/12

12:00 pm-12:30 am

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1:30 am-5:47 pm

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1:08 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops62h 37m

Kota Kinabalu

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1:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

$796

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SFO - BKI

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San Francisco

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops45h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

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1:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

$831

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Mon 3/2

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

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1:30 am-3:03 pm

2 stops28h 33m

$836

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SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 3/21

1:30 am-10:03 am

2 stops47h 33m

$842

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

10:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/23

7:15 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$852

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

10:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 3/25

7:15 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$856

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,316. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,192. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu in the evening for as low as $1,446. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Kota Kinabalu are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,841. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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Fastest flight time	33h 25m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu takes 33h 25m

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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How far is San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu by plane?
The distance between San Francisco and Kota Kinabalu is about 7616.2 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 33h 25m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
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.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu is China Eastern, representing 60% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Singapore Airlines at 40%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Kota Kinabalu

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Eastern	PriceFrom $672	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 178 reviews		Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,414 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights

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