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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,309 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,309, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,350 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Fri, 25 Dec.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,350, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,452 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar, returning Wed, 7 Apr.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,452, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,453 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,453, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,507 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan, returning Fri, 12 Feb.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,507, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,624 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,624, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,663 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb, returning Wed, 28 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,663, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$1,745 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,745, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$2,121 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,121, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$2,227 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,227, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$2,247 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jul, returning Sat, 31 Jul.Return flight with Philippine Airlines and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 7 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 31 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,247, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$3,568 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,568, select.

Kota Kinabalu.$4,424 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jun, returning Thu, 24 Jun.Return flight with Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 4 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 24 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $4,424, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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Vancouver to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu?

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu is $1,300. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,300.

How many flights are there a week from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu?

As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Kota Kinabalu is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Saturday, 13 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Vancouver International Airport and Kota Kinabalu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kota Kinabalu?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Kinabalu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu with?

Currently, Xiamen Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

Kota Kinabalu's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kota Kinabalu 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your YVR to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

Right now, $768 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,300. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YVR to BKI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from YVR to BKI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near YVR? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

Reserve a hotel close to BKI if you're on a late Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and discover more of Kota Kinabalu and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Kota Kinabalu International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu International Airport to central Kota Kinabalu has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

August is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Kota Kinabalu in February.
The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YVR to BKI in February. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC then.

Explore more of Malaysia

Sandakan is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kota Kinabalu. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..