Cheap flights from San Jose to Kota Kinabalu from $1,134

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Find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Kota Kinabalu (SJC-BKI)

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6:15 am - 1:20 amSJC-BKI
28h 05m2 stops
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1:45 am - 2:19 pmBKI-SJC
27h 34m2 stops
$1,134
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Thu, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 8
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7:23 am - 11:35 pmSJC-BKI
25h 12m2 stops
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12:35 am - 10:49 pmBKI-SJC
37h 14m2 stops
$1,720Korean Air
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Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
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6:15 am - 2:15 pmSJC-BKI
41h 00m3 stops
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5:20 am - 10:13 amBKI-SJC
43h 53m3 stops
$1,733
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Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 9
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7:00 am - 12:30 amSJC-BKI
26h 30m2 stops
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7:20 pm - 2:15 pmBKI-SJC
57h 55m2 stops
$4,103
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Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2
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1:00 pm - 12:30 amSJC-BKI
44h 30m2 stops
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7:20 pm - 10:13 amBKI-SJC
53h 53m2 stops
$9,173
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Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 9
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7:00 am - 11:35 pmSJC-BKI
25h 35m2 stops
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4:20 pm - 10:10 amBKI-SJC
32h 50m3 stops
$10,865
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Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2
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9:00 am - 10:45 amSJC-BKI
34h 45m3 stops
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5:45 pm - 2:21 pmBKI-SJC
35h 36m3 stops
$15,261
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Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2

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San JoseKota Kinabalu

SJC - BKI

SJCBKI

San Jose

Thu 10/2

6:15 am-1:20 am

2 stops28h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 10/8

1:45 am-2:19 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,134

San JoseKota Kinabalu

SJC - BKI

SJCBKI

San Jose

Sat 8/30

7:23 am-11:35 pm

2 stops25h 12m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 9/1

12:35 am-10:49 pm

2 stops37h 14m

$1,720

San JoseKota Kinabalu

SJC - BKI

SJCBKI

San Jose

Thu 10/2

6:15 am-2:15 pm

3 stops41h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10/9

5:20 am-10:13 am

3 stops43h 53m

$1,733

San JoseKota Kinabalu

SJC - BKI

SJCBKI

San Jose

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops26h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/2

7:20 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops57h 55m

$4,103

San JoseKota Kinabalu

SJC - BKI

SJCBKI

San Jose

Thu 10/2

1:00 pm-12:30 am

2 stops44h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10/9

7:20 pm-10:13 am

2 stops53h 53m

$9,173

San JoseKota Kinabalu

SJC - BKI

SJCBKI

San Jose

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-11:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/2

4:20 pm-10:10 am

3 stops32h 50m

$10,865

San JoseKota Kinabalu

SJC - BKI

SJCBKI

San Jose

Sat 8/30

9:00 am-10:45 am

3 stops34h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/2

5:45 pm-2:21 pm

3 stops35h 36m

$15,261

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What airlines fly to Kota Kinabalu?

China Eastern, Singapore Airlines and Asiana Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu from San Jose according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kota Kinabalu. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Best Price Found

$1,134

Fastest flight time

25h 12m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Kota Kinabalu

1 airport
The best flight deal from San Jose to Kota Kinabalu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,134
The fastest flight from San Jose to Kota Kinabalu takes 25h 12m
There are no direct flights from San Jose to Kota Kinabalu. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Jose Airport - Kota Kinabalu Airport.
There is 1 airport near Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
  • How far is San Jose to Kota Kinabalu by plane?

    The distance between San Jose and Kota Kinabalu is about 7655.6 mi. Typically, this will take 25h 12m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose 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 Jose Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Kota Kinabalu Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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