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Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) from $1,179

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SEA — BKI
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

Round-trip from

$915
From Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Kota Kinabalu
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 43% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to BKI?

When flying from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Seattle to Kota Kinabalu flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Tue 7/21:30 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops40h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 7/99:45 pmBKI - SEA
2 stops53h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,916
Tue 7/25:30 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops40h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 7/81:30 amBKI - SEA
2 stops29h 23mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/5$2,424
Mon 7/12:10 amSEA - BKI
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/911:20 amBKI - SEA
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,463
Mon 7/12:10 amSEA - BKI
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/81:30 amBKI - SEA
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,248
Tue 7/25:30 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/910:55 pmBKI - SEA
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,346
Tue 7/21:30 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/95:45 pmBKI - SEA
3 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$4,934

Seattle to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Seattle and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Fri 9/64:40 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/219:50 amBKI - SEA
2 stops43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,179
Thu 9/51:30 amSEA - BKI
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2111:20 amBKI - SEA
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,250
Fri 9/67:00 amSEA - BKI
2 stops26h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 9/201:30 amBKI - SEA
2 stops29h 18mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/4$1,461
Fri 9/64:40 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2112:05 pmBKI - SEA
1 stop35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,586
Tue 7/21:30 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops40h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 7/99:45 pmBKI - SEA
2 stops53h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,916
Tue 7/25:30 pmSEA - BKI
2 stops40h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 7/81:30 amBKI - SEA
2 stops29h 23mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/5$2,424
Mon 7/12:10 amSEA - BKI
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/911:20 amBKI - SEA
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,463
Thu 9/512:30 amSEA - BKI
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/201:30 amBKI - SEA
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,535
Mon 7/12:10 amSEA - BKI
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/81:30 amBKI - SEA
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,248

Find flights from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$1,179 - $3,248

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Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/6

2 stops27h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 9/21

2 stops43h 35m

$1,179

Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops28h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 9/21

2 stops23h 10m

$1,250

Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/6

2 stops26h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/20

2 stops29h 18m

$1,461

Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/6

2 stops27h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 9/21

1 stop35h 40m

$1,586

Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/2

2 stops40h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/9

2 stops53h 45m

$1,916

Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/2

2 stops40h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/8

2 stops29h 23m

$2,424

Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 7/1

2 stops27h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/9

2 stops22h 50m

$2,463

Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops33h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/20

2 stops33h 00m

$2,535

Seattle/Tacoma IntlKota Kinabalu

SEA - BKI

SEABKI

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 7/1

2 stops31h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/8

2 stops33h 20m

$3,248

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu

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Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

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

BKI

Temperature

78.8 - 80.6 °F

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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 June 6, 2024.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
371 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
371 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
371 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

China Eastern
7.3
Good
465 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
371 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,179, but on average you can expect to pay $2,469.

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

    Currently priced at $1,461, China Eastern will fly you from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Malaysia Airlines for as low as $1,916.

  • What does SEA to BKI mean?

    This is defined as Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) and Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI). Codes like Kota Kinabalu Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Seattle to Kota Kinabalu flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Seattle to Kota Kinabalu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Seattle to Kota Kinabalu flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Seattle to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Seattle to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Seattle to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,281Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,611Average$1,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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