EWR - BKI

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Cheapest return flight
RM 4,128
Typical prices: RM 4,177-RM 4,283
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Wed 4/4Wed 11/4
EWR - BKI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
RM 7,231
Typical prices: RM 2,321-RM 2,321
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/12
EWR - BKI • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Kota Kinabalu (EWR-BKI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Newark to Kota Kinabalu

Sun, 4 Apr - Sun, 11 Apr
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11:25 - 10:45EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
35h 20m2 stops Tokyo Narita Kuala Lumpur Intl
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22:20 - 17:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
54h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Haneda
RM 4,128Multiple Airlines
Sat, 16 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
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09:45 - 11:10EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
36h 25m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl
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19:05 - 15:55BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
33h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Narita
RM 4,695Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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00:25 - 16:00EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
50h 35m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:00 - 22:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
48h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
RM 4,932Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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00:25 - 22:15EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
32h 50m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:00 - 22:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
48h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
RM 5,010Turkish Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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00:25 - 10:00EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
44h 35m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:00 - 22:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
48h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
RM 5,014Turkish Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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00:25 - 22:15EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
32h 50m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:00 - 22:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
48h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
RM 5,185Turkish Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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00:25 - 22:15EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
32h 50m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
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19:05 - 22:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
40h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
RM 5,320Turkish Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
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10:55 - 10:00EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
34h 05m2 stops Tokyo Narita Kuala Lumpur Intl
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16:50 - 16:55BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
36h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tokyo Narita
RM 5,332Multiple Airlines
Sat, 20 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
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01:00 - 00:30EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
35h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl
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23:30 - 22:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
35h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
RM 5,426Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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00:25 - 12:20EWR  Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu
46h 55m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:00 - 22:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark
48h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
RM 5,463Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Turkish Airlines (RM 5,010) offered the cheapest return ticket from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights

Cheapest flight

RM 4,128
Round-trip flight from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu

When to book flights from Newark to Kota Kinabalu

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Your Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport 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 4,128 to RM 39,147. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 8,749, which is 276% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • keddy by Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • MKAZ
    • Suria Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Flights from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Newark (EWR) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 3% on flights from Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,177 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at RM 4,283, a difference of RM 106.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What is the time difference between Newark Airport and Kota Kinabalu?

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

Your guide to booking Newark Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average RM 4,177, about RM 106 less than Saturday fares (2% 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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