RM 102+ Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu
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Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 24/10
06:45-07:30
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Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 5/11
12:40-13:25
Nonstop0h 45m
Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 20/10
09:15-10:05
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Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 22/10
06:45-07:30
Nonstop0h 45m
Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 16/10
06:45-07:30
Nonstop0h 45m
Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 17/10
12:30-13:15
Nonstop0h 45m
Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 18/10
06:45-07:30
Nonstop0h 45m
Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 15/10
12:30-13:15
Nonstop0h 45m
Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
Kota KinabaluMiri
BKI Kota Kinabalu - MYY Miri
BKIMYY
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 9/11
06:40-07:30
Nonstop0h 50m
Miri
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
Kota KinabaluSandakan
BKI Kota Kinabalu - SDK Sandakan
BKISDK
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 11/12
15:00-15:45
Nonstop0h 45m
Sandakan
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu
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Travel insights for flights from Kota Kinabalu
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 327). Flying from Kota Kinabalu in August will prove the most costly (average of RM 743). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
Which airlines fly from Kota Kinabalu?
When flying from Kota Kinabalu check dates and pricing for the following: AirAsia, Batik Air, Malaysia Airlines, Firefly. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Kuala Lumpur.
What are popular destinations to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?
Some of the most frequent flights departing from Kota Kinabalu everyday are: Kuala Lumpur (512 flights per day), Seoul (50 flights per day), and Tawau (47 flights per day).
What is the cheapest place to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?
The cheapest city to fly to from Kota Kinabalu is Sandakan, with prices starting at RM 88. Explore other affordable destinations below.
When is the best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu?
The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2026.
Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Kota Kinabalu would be wise to consider leaving during Friday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.
Airline reviews for flights from Kota Kinabalu
Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from Kota Kinabalu. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Kota Kinabalu, such as Malaysia Airlines,AirAsia, andBatik Air. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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SYD - KUL
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SYD - KUL
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