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

Flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu pass through?

Most connecting flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu pass through Hong Kong Intl (HKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,008 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,366, a difference of $358. 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 New York 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 New York 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 $933 to $9,167. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from New York to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?

One-way fares from New York to Kota Kinabalu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $672, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between New York and Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu is 12 hours ahead of New York (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 should I expect to pay for a New York to Kota Kinabalu flight?

Round-trip flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu range from $1,023 to $1,410, with an average of $1,138 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,023 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu typically range from $1,023 to $1,410. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $933, on Etihad Airways.

What is the cheapest New York to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

There's little price difference between New York to Kota Kinabalu routes. They average around $1,100 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

Etihad Airways ($933) and Cathay Pacific ($961) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New York to Kota Kinabalu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New York to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,466. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from New York to Kota Kinabalu which airport offers the shortest layover?

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) had the shortest average connection time for New York to Kota Kinabalu layovers at 13h 26m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23

3:00 pm - 10:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

54h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 am - 8:20 amBKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

58h 20m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$933Etihad Airways

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2:55 pm - 12:30 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

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1:15 am - 1:10 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$961Cathay Pacific

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1:05 pm - 11:10 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 05m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl

8:05 am - 10:30 amBKI Kota Kinabalu-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

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9:50 am - 3:15 pmBKI Kota Kinabalu-EWR Newark

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1:45 am - 12:35 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

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$980Cathay Pacific

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10:55 am - 10:00 amEWR Newark-BKI Kota Kinabalu

34h 05m2 stops Tokyo Narita Kuala Lumpur Intl

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$989Multiple Airlines

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1:05 pm - 11:10 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 05m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl

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1:30 pm - 10:45 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 15m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Kuala Lumpur Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York 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 New York to Kota Kinabalu departing in february.
What is the cheapest New York to Kota Kinabalu flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: There's little price difference between New York to Kota Kinabalu routes. They average around $1,100 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kota Kinabalu. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Kota Kinabalu flight?
Round-trip flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu range from $1,023 to $1,410, with an average of $1,138 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,023 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from New York 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 $933 to $9,167. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New York to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?
One-way fares from New York to Kota Kinabalu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $672, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.
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 New York to Kota Kinabalu?
Flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu pass through?
Most connecting flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu pass through Hong Kong Intl (HKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from New York to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,008 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,366, a difference of $358.

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 New York and Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is 12 hours ahead of New York (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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,008, about $358 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Kota Kinabalu trip for April. Fares historically average $830 round-trip in that month - typically $692 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
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