Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 8,111 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at RM 22,002, a difference of RM 13,892. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu?

A direct flight from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu takes 00m, covering 21,963 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 5,842 to RM 16,368. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu is 13 hours ahead of Minneapolis (Malaysia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 162 for economy cars. Top options include: • keddy by Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Europcar • MKAZ • Suria Car Rental

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Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

07:00 - 00:35MSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

27h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

01:30 - 23:59BKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

36h 29m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

RM 5,842Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Apr - Sun, 2 May

05:50 - 00:30MSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

29h 40m3 stops Denver Intl Vancouver Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

01:30 - 19:33BKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

31h 03m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Toronto Pearson Intl

RM 11,777Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Apr - Sun, 2 May

07:00 - 00:30MSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

28h 30m2 stops San Francisco Shanghai Pu Dong

01:30 - 19:12BKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

30h 42m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

RM 13,072Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Apr - Sun, 2 May

15:55 - 14:15MSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 20m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Doha Hamad Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

01:15 - 23:53BKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

35h 38m3 stops Hong Kong Intl Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Los Angeles

RM 13,141Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

12:00 - 11:10MSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 10m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow Singapore Changi

01:30 - 23:54BKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

36h 24m3 stops Hong Kong Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

RM 13,441Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

12:00 - 18:00MSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

40h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

01:30 - 23:54BKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

36h 24m3 stops Hong Kong Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

RM 16,368Multiple Airlines

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How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu?
A direct flight from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu takes 00m, covering 21,963 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 5,842 to RM 16,368. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?
Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 162 for economy cars. Top options include:

• keddy by Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• MKAZ
• Suria Car Rental
Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu?
Flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 8,111 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at RM 22,002, a difference of RM 13,892.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is 13 hours ahead of Minneapolis (Malaysia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average RM 8,111, which is about RM 13,892 less than Friday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

• Lintas Platinum Hotel
• Goldenhill Hotel

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