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

Flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

Only Economy class is available on flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu.

Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu pass through?

Most connecting flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu pass through Hong Kong Intl (HKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,117 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at RM 5,580, a difference of RM 1,462. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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 New York 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 3,701 to RM 22,361. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from New York to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?

One-way fares from New York to Kota Kinabalu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 2,938, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between New York and Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu is 12 hours ahead of New York (Malaysia Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Kota Kinabalu flight?

Return flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu range from RM 4,179 to RM 5,759, with an average of RM 4,649 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,179 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

Return flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu typically range from RM 4,179 to RM 5,759. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was RM 3,701 on Cathay Pacific.

What is the cheapest New York to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

There's little price difference between New York to Kota Kinabalu routes. They average around RM 4,491 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu. It's 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

Cathay Pacific (RM 3,701) and Etihad Airways (RM 3,811) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from New York to Kota Kinabalu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of RM 5,987. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from New York to Kota Kinabalu, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) had the shortest average connection time for New York to Kota Kinabalu stopovers at 13h 26m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, 16 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb

01:45 - 00:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

01:30 - 12:00BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

RM 3,701Cathay Pacific

Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb

15:00 - 10:00JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

54h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 - 08:20BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

58h 20m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

RM 3,811Etihad Airways

Sun, 11 Apr - Thu, 15 Apr

14:55 - 00:30JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

21h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

01:15 - 13:10BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

RM 3,925Cathay Pacific

Mon, 15 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb

01:45 - 00:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

01:30 - 12:00BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

RM 4,003Cathay Pacific

Mon, 1 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar

13:05 - 11:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 05m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl

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37h 40m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Haneda

RM 4,142Multiple Airlines

Sun, 11 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr

13:30 - 10:45JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 15m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl

09:30 - 11:00BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Haneda

RM 4,228Multiple Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

20:15 - 18:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 25m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

06:05 - 10:55BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

RM 4,252Multiple Airlines

Sat, 16 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan

13:05 - 21:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

43h 05m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl

08:05 - 10:30BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Haneda

RM 4,420Multiple Airlines

Mon, 15 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb

01:45 - 00:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

11:00 - 22:25BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

48h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

RM 4,546Multiple Airlines

Sun, 28 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

01:45 - 00:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

01:30 - 05:45BKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

40h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

RM 4,657Cathay Pacific

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How much is a return flight from New York to Kota Kinabalu? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Kota Kinabalu departing in February.
What is the cheapest New York to Kota Kinabalu flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyses pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: There's little price difference between New York to Kota Kinabalu routes. They average around RM 4,491 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu. It's 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu?
Only Economy class is available on flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu.
Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Kota Kinabalu flight?
Return flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu range from RM 4,179 to RM 5,759, with an average of RM 4,649 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,179 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from New York 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 3,701 to RM 22,361. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New York to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?
One-way fares from New York to Kota Kinabalu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 2,938, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Kota Kinabalu?
Flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu pass through?
Most connecting flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu pass through Hong Kong Intl (HKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,117 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at RM 5,580, a difference of RM 1,462.

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 New York and Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is 12 hours ahead of New York (Malaysia Time vs Eastern 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average RM 4,117, which is about RM 1,462 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Kota Kinabalu trip for April. Fares historically average RM 3,390 return in that month – typically RM 2,827 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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.

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