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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu from C$ 588

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — BKI
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Wed 9/92:55 p.m.
YVR
-
BKI
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/115:20 a.m.
BKI
-
YVR
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3C$ 1,130
Thu 3/910:50 p.m.
YVR
-
BKI
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1110:00 p.m.
BKI
-
YVR
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3C$ 1,131
Mon 31/81:25 a.m.
YVR
-
BKI
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/115:20 a.m.
BKI
-
YVR
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3C$ 1,150
Sun 15/1110:15 p.m.
YVR
-
BKI
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/1110:00 p.m.
BKI
-
YVR
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3C$ 1,181
Thu 16/412:40 p.m.
YVR
-
BKI
1 stop20h 50m
China Eastern
Wed 29/41:30 a.m.
BKI
-
YVR
1 stop22h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/3C$ 1,229
Tue 21/45:25 p.m.
YVR
-
BKI
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/41:15 a.m.
BKI
-
YVR
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3C$ 1,309
Wed 11/1110:15 p.m.
YVR
-
BKI
1 stop28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/128:00 p.m.
BKI
-
YVR
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3C$ 1,341

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Kota Kinabalu

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Round-trip from

C$ 1,131

One-way from

C$ 588
3/9-15/11
  • 3/9-15/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 35m total
  • Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu
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14/5
  • 14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 35m total
  • Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Thu 3/9

10:50 p.m.-3:35 p.m.

2 stops25h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 15/11

10:00 p.m.-11:50 a.m.

2 stops29h 50m

C$ 1,131

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/9

10:50 p.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop21h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 18/11

7:05 p.m.-6:50 a.m.

2 stops27h 45m

C$ 1,179
Quickest round-trip

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Thu 16/4

12:40 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop20h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 29/4

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

1 stop22h 40m

C$ 1,229

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Tue 18/8

2:00 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

2 stops29h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/9

7:05 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

2 stops31h 40m

C$ 1,381

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Tue 21/4

5:25 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

1 stop28h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/4

12:55 a.m.-3:25 p.m.

1 stop29h 30m

C$ 1,458

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Sat 15/8

2:00 a.m.-1:20 a.m.

2 stops32h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/9

1:15 a.m.-8:45 a.m.

3 stops46h 30m

C$ 1,498

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Tue 7/4

5:25 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

1 stop28h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/4

7:45 a.m.-8:15 p.m.

2 stops27h 30m

C$ 1,663

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Sat 13/6

10:30 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

2 stops34h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 21/8

1:15 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

3 stops31h 40m

C$ 1,769
Cheapest one-way

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Thu 14/5

1:40 a.m.-10:15 p.m.

2 stops29h 35m

C$ 588
Quickest one-way

VancouverKota Kinabalu

YVR - BKI

YVRBKI

Vancouver Intl

Sat 9/5

5:25 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

1 stop26h 20m

C$ 601

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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 11 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,730 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,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,730 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,730 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,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Vancouver Intl. On average, Kota Kinabalu has 0 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day from 1 airline. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu in 20h 50m. Fly via China Eastern to get the fastest option. The distance from Vancouver Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu is about 11639 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu is Japan Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 863 on this airline.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Kota Kinabalu?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl 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.

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Top airline flying from Vancouver Intl to Kota Kinabalu

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Japan AirlinesCheapestC$ 863AverageC$ 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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