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Cheap flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu from RM 5,598

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NYC — BKI
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 468,560 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/2

21:30-23:40

2 stops37h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 14/2

07:20-08:00

2 stops37h 40m

RM 5,598

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/1

01:30-00:55

2 stops34h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 14/2

22:00-15:00

2 stops30h 00m

RM 6,094

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/1

13:05-11:10

2 stops33h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 26/1

19:00-10:55

1 stop28h 55m

RM 6,187

NewarkKota Kinabalu

EWR - BKI

EWRBKI

Newark

Mon 20/1

00:30-12:15

2 stops46h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 26/1

14:55-22:35

2 stops44h 40m

RM 6,232

NewarkKota Kinabalu

EWR - BKI

EWRBKI

Newark

Tue 21/1

11:35-10:40

2 stops34h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 26/1

19:05-22:35

2 stops40h 30m

RM 6,723

NewarkKota Kinabalu

EWR - BKI

EWRBKI

Newark

Sat 1/2

23:45-10:40

3 stops45h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 14/2

11:20-21:10

3 stops46h 50m

RM 7,041

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/2

20:15-00:30

2 stops39h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 13/2

01:30-20:25

2 stops31h 55m

RM 7,554

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/2

22:20-11:30

1 stop24h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 14/2

18:45-11:15

2 stops29h 30m

RM 8,220

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/1

11:40-00:35

1 stop23h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 25/1

01:45-10:00

1 stop21h 15m

RM 8,283

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/1

00:10-18:00

1 stop28h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 14/2

19:05-05:59

2 stops47h 54m

RM 8,479

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RM 5,598
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/2-14/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 50m total
  • New York to Kota Kinabalu
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from New York to Kota Kinabalu that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

Sat 1/221:30JFK - BKI
2 stops37h 10mQatar Airways
Fri 14/207:20BKI - JFK
2 stops37h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/11RM 5,598
Fri 31/101:30JFK - BKI
2 stops34h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 14/222:00BKI - JFK
2 stops30h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/11RM 6,094
Tue 21/113:05JFK - BKI
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/119:00BKI - JFK
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11RM 6,187
Mon 20/100:30EWR - BKI
2 stops46h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 26/114:55BKI - EWR
2 stops44h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/11RM 6,232
Sat 1/223:45EWR - BKI
3 stops45h 55mEmirates
Fri 14/211:20BKI - EWR
3 stops46h 50mEmirates
Deal found 20/11RM 7,041
Sat 1/220:15JFK - BKI
2 stops39h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 13/201:30BKI - JFK
2 stops31h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/11RM 7,554
Sat 1/222:20JFK - BKI
1 stop24h 10mSingapore Airlines
Fri 14/218:45BKI - JFK
2 stops29h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/11RM 8,220
Tue 21/111:40JFK - BKI
1 stop23h 55mAsiana Airlines
Sat 25/101:45BKI - JFK
1 stop21h 15mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 19/11RM 8,283
Fri 31/100:10JFK - BKI
1 stop28h 50mChina Southern
Fri 14/219:05BKI - JFK
2 stops47h 54mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11RM 8,479
Tue 21/111:35EWR - BKI
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/119:05BKI - EWR
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11RM 6,723
Sat 1/222:20JFK - BKI
3 stops71h 20mEmirates
Fri 14/211:20BKI - JFK
3 stops68h 35mEmirates
Deal found 19/11RM 8,698
Sat 1/209:35EWR - BKI
1 stop36h 55mSingapore Airlines
Fri 14/218:45BKI - EWR
1 stop23h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/11RM 9,815

Best time to book a flight from New York to Kota Kinabalu

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu

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Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Asiana Airlines from New York to Kota Kinabalu by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,024 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,024 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,024 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
476 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,024 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,024 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,024 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

China Southern
7.7
Good
122 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very Good
1,024 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from New York?

    If you book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from New York, you will be flying to Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 5.8 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. There are 0 flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu per day from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Currently priced at RM 5,598, Qatar Airways will fly you from New York to Kota Kinabalu and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Malaysia Airlines and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from RM 6,094 and RM 6,232, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Kota Kinabalu are Newark - Kota Kinabalu, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Kota Kinabalu and New York LaGuardia - Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 72). Flying from New York to Kota Kinabalu in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 111). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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