How long does it take to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into Kota Kinabalu, then you can expect flight times to average 24h and 25h 25m, respectively.

What airlines fly to Kota Kinabalu?

China Eastern, Singapore Airlines and Japan Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu from United States according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kota Kinabalu. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

Prices for flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu Airport is 3 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Kota Kinabalu Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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4:50 pm - 10:00 am

LAX

BKI

26h 10m

2 stops

9:30 am - 6:50 pm

BKI

LAX

24h 20m

2 stops

$613Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, May 26

12:35 pm - 10:00 am

LAX

BKI

30h 25m

2 stops

7:05 am - 6:50 pm

BKI

LAX

26h 45m

2 stops

$639Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, May 26

1:00 pm - 12:30 am

SFO

BKI

20h 30m

1 stop

1:30 am - 9:05 am

BKI

SFO

22h 35m

1 stop

$656China Eastern

Thu, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 29

12:30 pm - 12:30 am

LAX

BKI

21h 00m

1 stop

1:30 am - 10:05 am

BKI

LAX

23h 35m

1 stop

$656China Eastern

Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30

11:30 pm - 8:45 am

LAX

BKI

42h 15m

1 stop

12:15 pm - 9:20 pm

BKI

LAX

24h 05m

1 stop

$849Singapore Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, May 26

8:55 pm - 3:35 pm

LAX

BKI

27h 40m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 9:20 pm

BKI

LAX

38h 20m

1 stop

$857Singapore Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, May 1

8:40 pm - 12:55 am

BOS

BKI

39h 15m

2 stops

5:20 am - 2:20 pm

BKI

BOS

46h 00m

2 stops

$1,357Malaysia Airlines

Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 27

5:45 pm - 12:55 am

IAH

BKI

41h 10m

2 stops

5:20 am - 3:15 pm

BKI

IAH

47h 55m

2 stops

$1,536Malaysia Airlines

Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Mar 1

11:20 am - 12:55 am

JFK

BKI

25h 35m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 3:35 pm

BKI

JFK

29h 35m

2 stops

$1,559Qatar Airways

Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

1:20 am - 6:20 pm

JFK

BKI

29h 00m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 9:00 am

BKI

JFK

32h 00m

2 stops

$1,639Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 18 - Mon, Mar 23

Qatar Airways flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu

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Qatar Airways

Mar 19

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 35m

2 stops

BKI12:55 amKota Kinabalu

Mar 23

BKI10:00 pmKota Kinabalu

29h 35m

2 stops

JFK3:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,559

Qatar Airways

Mar 18

JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 00m

2 stops

BKI6:20 pmKota Kinabalu

Mar 23

BKI1:00 pmKota Kinabalu

32h 00m

2 stops

JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,639

Qatar Airways

Jan 22

IAH5:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

41h 10m

2 stops

BKI12:55 amKota Kinabalu

Jan 26

BKI5:20 amKota Kinabalu

47h 55m

2 stops

IAH3:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$2,030

China Eastern flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Eastern deals on United States to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets

China Eastern

Mar 19

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

20h 30m

1 stop

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Mar 29

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

22h 35m

1 stop

SFO9:05 amSan Francisco

$656

China Eastern

Jan 22

LAX11:30 amLos Angeles

21h 00m

1 stop

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Feb 4

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

23h 35m

1 stop

LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$738

China Eastern

Mar 19

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

20h 30m

1 stop

BKI12:30 amKota Kinabalu

Mar 27

BKI1:30 amKota Kinabalu

23h 30m

1 stop

SFO10:00 amSan Francisco

$763

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LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Fri 4/24

4:50 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/26

9:30 am-6:50 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$613

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

12:35 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/26

7:05 am-6:50 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$639

San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

1:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 3/29

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$656

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

12:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/30

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop23h 35m

$656

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Fri 4/24

11:30 pm-8:45 am

1 stop42h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 5/26

12:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$849

Los AngelesKota Kinabalu

LAX - BKI

LAXBKI

Los Angeles

Fri 4/17

8:55 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 5/1

10:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$857

BostonKota Kinabalu

BOS - BKI

BOSBKI

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 2/20

8:40 pm-12:55 am

2 stops39h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/27

5:20 am-2:20 pm

2 stops46h 00m

$1,357

HoustonKota Kinabalu

IAH - BKI

IAHBKI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/20

5:45 pm-12:55 am

2 stops41h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 3/1

5:20 am-3:15 pm

2 stops47h 55m

$1,536

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/19

11:20 am-12:55 am

2 stops25h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/23

10:00 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$1,559

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/18

1:20 am-6:20 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/23

1:00 pm-9:00 am

2 stops32h 00m

$1,639

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from United States to Kota Kinabalu Airport is 3 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Kota Kinabalu Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from United States to Kota Kinabalu

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Eastern	PriceFrom $665	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 190 reviews		Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $816	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,434 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights

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