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

Flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu: • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,270 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,370, a difference of $1,100. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,243 to $10,773. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Atlanta and Kota Kinabalu?

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

What car rental options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $40 for economy cars. Top options include: • keddy by Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Europcar • MKAZ • Suria Car Rental

How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu?

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu typically range from $1,270 to $2,370. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,251, on Etihad Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu?

Etihad Airways ($1,251) and Qatar Airways ($1,334) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 11

8:45 pm - 10:00 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

48h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

8:05 am - 3:40 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

44h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,251Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Apr 6

8:45 pm - 1:55 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

28h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

12:20 pm - 4:30 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

40h 10m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,257Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4

7:10 pm - 9:35 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

38h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

9:30 am - 3:55 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

42h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,334Qatar Airways

Sun, Feb 28 - Fri, Mar 5

8:45 pm - 10:00 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

48h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

8:05 am - 3:40 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

44h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,364Etihad Airways

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4

9:50 pm - 10:45 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

48h 55m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

3:00 pm - 7:45 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

64h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

$1,368Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4

9:50 pm - 11:55 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

50h 05m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

3:00 pm - 7:45 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

40h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

$1,383Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4

9:50 pm - 11:55 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

50h 05m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

3:00 pm - 7:45 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

40h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

$1,460Turkish Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 11

9:50 pm - 10:00 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

47h 10m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

7:30 am - 7:53 amBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

37h 23m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Guangzhou Baiyun Los Angeles

$1,478Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4

9:50 pm - 10:45 amATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

48h 55m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

3:00 pm - 7:45 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

64h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

$1,495Turkish Airlines

Sun, Feb 28 - Fri, Mar 5

8:45 pm - 10:15 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BKI Kota Kinabalu

36h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

1:05 pm - 4:44 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

40h 39m3 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Vancouver Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,641Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu:

• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,243 to $10,773. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?
Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $40 for economy cars. Top options include:

• keddy by Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• MKAZ
• Suria Car Rental
Which airports can I use when flying from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu?
Flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Atlanta to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,270 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,370, a difference of $1,100.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Atlanta and Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is 13 hours ahead of Atlanta (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 Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,270, about $1,100 less than Friday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
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