How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu?

The duration of your flight to Kota Kinabalu depends on your departure and arrival airports. Obviously, any flights that include a stopover will also be longer. The most popular routes to Kota Kinabalu on KAYAK are from New York , which takes 21h 55m , San Francisco , which takes 24h 40m, Los Angeles , which takes 27h 40m, and Boston , which takes 33h 50m.

How far is Kota Kinabalu Airport from central Kota Kinabalu?

Central Kota Kinabalu is 6 km away from Kota Kinabalu Airport.

What is the name of Kota Kinabalu’s airport?

When flying to Kota Kinabalu, you'll arrive at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI). The airport is also known as Kota Kinabalu or Kota Kinabalu Intl.

Where can I rent a car after landing at Kota Kinabalu International Airport?

Cars provide a flexible and more convenient way of moving around Kota Kinabalu. It might thus be best if you consider booking your rental car online through Kota Kinabalu International Airport and picking it up immediately after you land. You can find the car rental desks past the baggage claim area. Thrifty, Green Matrix, and Hertz offer courtesy shuttles from the terminal to their off-airport locations.

What is the best way to connect from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to the city center?

The choice of travel from Kinabalu International Airport to the city may depend on your budget, urgency or comfort. There are buses serving this route and departing every 30 minutes. If you miss the bus, you can hop onto Minivan Number 17, which is slightly faster. However, taxis are the most reliable and quickest, as they operate 24/7, and get there in under 15 minutes.

Do flights from JKF and BKI accept passengers with pets?

With several animal relief areas in every terminal at JKF, you won’t have a problem bringing your furry family member on this trip. Those departing via Terminal 4 will find these spaces outside the terminal and post-security on the B Concourse between Gates B31 and B33.

Are JKF and BKI accessible to disabled passengers?

Both the departure and destination airports cater to the needs of disabled travelers and persons with limited mobility. There is a wheelchair service upon request, and all the standard amenities are accessible, including toilets and bathrooms. Lastly, you will find friendly airport agents ready to guide you through the high-traffic areas.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Kota Kinabalu?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Kota Kinabalu.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Kota Kinabalu?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kota Kinabalu is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Kota Kinabalu?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kota Kinabalu with an airline and back with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kota Kinabalu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

How many direct flights to Kota Kinabalu are there each day?

There are around 177 direct flights from within United States to Kota Kinabalu every day. Most flights depart in the morning, with 43% of flights departing in the morning.

How many direct flights to Kota Kinabalu are there each week?

Each week there are around 1,235 direct flights from within United States to Kota Kinabalu. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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30h 55m2 stops Tokyo Narita Kuala Lumpur Intl

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23h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu?: The duration of your flight to Kota Kinabalu depends on your departure and arrival airports. Obviously, any flights that include a stopover will also be longer. The most popular routes to Kota Kinabalu on KAYAK are from New York, which takes 21h 55m, San Francisco, which takes 24h 40m, Los Angeles, which takes 27h 40m, and Boston, which takes 33h 50m.
How many direct flights to Kota Kinabalu are there each day?: There are around 177 direct flights from within United States to Kota Kinabalu every day. Most flights depart in the morning, with 43% of flights departing in the morning.

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Where can I rent a car after landing at Kota Kinabalu International Airport?
Cars provide a flexible and more convenient way of moving around Kota Kinabalu. It might thus be best if you consider booking your rental car online through Kota Kinabalu International Airport and picking it up immediately after you land. You can find the car rental desks past the baggage claim area. Thrifty, Green Matrix, and Hertz offer courtesy shuttles from the terminal to their off-airport locations.
What is the best way to connect from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to the city center?
The choice of travel from Kinabalu International Airport to the city may depend on your budget, urgency or comfort. There are buses serving this route and departing every 30 minutes. If you miss the bus, you can hop onto Minivan Number 17, which is slightly faster. However, taxis are the most reliable and quickest, as they operate 24/7, and get there in under 15 minutes.
Do flights from JKF and BKI accept passengers with pets?
With several animal relief areas in every terminal at JKF, you won’t have a problem bringing your furry family member on this trip. Those departing via Terminal 4 will find these spaces outside the terminal and post-security on the B Concourse between Gates B31 and B33.
Are JKF and BKI accessible to disabled passengers?
Both the departure and destination airports cater to the needs of disabled travelers and persons with limited mobility. There is a wheelchair service upon request, and all the standard amenities are accessible, including toilets and bathrooms. Lastly, you will find friendly airport agents ready to guide you through the high-traffic areas.
How far is Kota Kinabalu Airport from central Kota Kinabalu?
Central Kota Kinabalu is 6 km away from Kota Kinabalu Airport.
What is the name of Kota Kinabalu’s airport?
When flying to Kota Kinabalu, you'll arrive at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI). The airport is also known as Kota Kinabalu or Kota Kinabalu Intl.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Kota Kinabalu?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Kota Kinabalu.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Kota Kinabalu?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kota Kinabalu is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Kota Kinabalu?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kota Kinabalu with an airline and back with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Kota Kinabalu?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kota Kinabalu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.
How many direct flights to Kota Kinabalu are there each week?
Each week there are around 1,235 direct flights from within United States to Kota Kinabalu. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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Travelers from the United States to Kota Kinabalu use John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) as their main departure port. John F. Kennedy Airport operates the highest frequency of flights from the U.S. to Kota Kinabalu compared to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), which also serve as departure stations to Kota Kinabalu.
Suppose you are in Downtown New York and want to connect to John F. Kennedy Airport to in time for your flight to Kota Kinabalu, you will find the train as a cheaper and more convenient option, taking about 51 minutes to get there. For a quicker option, consider taking a taxi which takes about 23 minutes to cover the distance.
If you arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) late at night, it might be best if you booked a room at one of the nearby hotels before proceeding to your next destination. Typically, such hotels provide complimentary shuttles to and from the airport to make your movement easier, especially if you have heavy luggage.
When booking flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Kota Kinabalu, you will find a wide range of carriers that operate one-stop or two-stop flights along this route. Usually, these layovers are at their hubs. For instance, Malaysia Airlines transits through Kuala Lumpur, while Emirates Airline makes a stopover in Dubai.
Those planning to fly with the first flight from John F. Kennedy Airport to Kota Kinabalu should consider relaxing at a nearby hotel. Plan and book a room at TWA Hotel, the online on-site property New York's JFK International Airport.