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

Flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,998 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $5,420, a difference of $3,422. 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 $1,488 to $11,985. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu is 13 hours ahead of Minneapolis (Malaysia Time vs Central 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 starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include: • keddy by Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Europcar • MKAZ • Suria Car Rental

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

China Eastern ($4,018) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu in the last 5 days.

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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Kota Kinabalu (MSP-BKI)

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One-way

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

3:00 pm - 12:05 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

31h 05m3 stops Winnipeg Vancouver Intl Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

1:05 pm - 7:03 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

43h 58m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,488Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

10:25 am - 12:05 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

35h 40m2 stops Vancouver Intl Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

1:05 pm - 7:03 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

43h 58m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Vancouver Intl

$1,488Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

3:00 pm - 12:05 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

31h 05m3 stops Winnipeg Vancouver Intl Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

1:05 pm - 7:15 amBKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

32h 10m3 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Vancouver Intl Winnipeg

$1,488Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Feb 27

7:00 am - 12:35 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

27h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

1:30 am - 7:04 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

31h 34m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,693Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 30

10:20 am - 12:05 pmMSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu

35h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

1:05 pm - 7:08 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-MSP Minneapolis St Paul

44h 03m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Vancouver Intl

$3,237Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

7:45 am - 12:30 amMSP Minneapolis St Paul-BKI Kota Kinabalu