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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu from C$ 1,098

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — BKI
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) 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 17 September 2025.

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C$ 1,098
6/11-30/11
  • 6/11-30/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Thu 6/1111:50 a.m.YVR - BKI
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1110:00 p.m.BKI - YVR
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9C$ 1,098
Thu 16/105:25 p.m.YVR - BKI
1 stop38h 15mT'way Air
Mon 20/1011:40 p.m.BKI - YVR
1 stop30h 45mT'way Air
Deal found 14/9C$ 1,169
Thu 16/1012:50 p.m.YVR - BKI
1 stop20h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 19/101:30 a.m.BKI - YVR
1 stop22h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9C$ 1,366
Sat 4/1011:00 a.m.YVR - BKI
1 stop38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/29:15 a.m.BKI - YVR
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9C$ 1,634
Sun 14/124:25 p.m.YVR - BKI
1 stop38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/11:00 p.m.BKI - YVR
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 1,684

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Price

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Thu 6/11

11:50 a.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 30/11

10:00 p.m.-8:10 a.m.

2 stops26h 10m

C$ 1,098

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Thu 16/10

5:25 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop38h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 20/10

11:40 p.m.-3:25 p.m.

1 stop30h 45m

C$ 1,169

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Thu 16/10

12:50 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 19/10

1:30 a.m.-9:10 a.m.

1 stop22h 40m

C$ 1,366

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Sat 4/10

11:00 a.m.-4:25 p.m.

1 stop38h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 28/2

9:15 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop26h 00m

C$ 1,634

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Deals found on 15/9

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

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 17 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines and Air Canada from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HEL - FRA

Short flight, so entertainment was not necessary and not applicable.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HEL - FRA

Short flight, so entertainment was not necessary and not applicable.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

HEL - FRA

Short flight, so entertainment was not necessary and not applicable.

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

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Vancouver. On average, Kota Kinabalu has 0 inbound flights from Vancouver per day from 2 airlines. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu?

    There are many flights that can get you from Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu in 38h 15m. Fly via T'way Air to get the fastest option. There are 11639 km between Vancouver and Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Flying on Japan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kota Kinabalu, with prices starting at C$ 885. Another option worth looking into is Air Canada, starting at C$ 1,074 round trip.

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 885AverageC$ 1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,074AverageC$ 1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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