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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan from RM 99

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SDK
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan are usually found in May or August, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Sandakan (SDK). 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 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 165

One-way from

RM 99

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

RM 169

Good round-trip deal

RM 223 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 116 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 25/11-8/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 17/2
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 45m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (RM 118 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2025.

Sun 16/1106:45BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Thu 20/1115:30SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 15/11RM 157
Fri 21/1119:55BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Mon 8/1207:55SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 14/11RM 165
Thu 27/1114:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Mon 8/1221:10SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 14/11RM 173
Mon 15/1219:55BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1215:00SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11RM 177
Tue 30/1209:30BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/107:55SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11RM 186
Sun 14/1206:45BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Thu 18/1210:20SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 14/11RM 190
Tue 16/1206:45BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Sat 20/1217:30SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 16/11RM 194
Fri 28/1116:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Tue 2/1207:55SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 13/11RM 198
Tue 16/1206:45BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Fri 19/1215:20SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 13/11RM 202
Wed 24/1213:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Sun 28/1215:00SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Deal found 14/11RM 215
Fri 26/1209:30BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Tue 30/1211:10SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Deal found 14/11RM 219

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Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 26/11

19:55-20:45

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Mon 8/12

21:10-22:00

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 165

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 12/2

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Mon 16/2

21:10-22:00

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 169

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 24/2

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Wed 25/2

21:10-22:00

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 173

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 15/12

19:55-20:45

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Fri 19/12

15:00-15:50

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 177

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

09:05-09:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Wed 7/1

07:55-08:40

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 186

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 14/12

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Thu 18/12

10:20-11:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 190

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/12

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sat 20/12

17:30-18:20

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 194

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 28/11

16:20-17:05

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Tue 2/12

07:55-08:40

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 198

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 24/12

13:20-14:10

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Sun 28/12

15:00-15:50

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 223

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 24/12

19:55-20:45

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Sat 27/12

15:20-16:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 268

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan is 55 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan (average of RM 58). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan in October is currently the most expensive (average of RM 136). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 November 2025.

When flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan, 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 24% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sandakan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sandakan. 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 Sandakan. Reviews last updated 16 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. 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.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
281 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
281 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
281 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
220 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
281 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

    If you wish to fly to Sandakan from Kota Kinabalu, then you need to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. There are 5 flights from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Sandakan (SDK) per day to choose from. Flights to Sandakan from Kota Kinabalu are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 0h 45m is how long a nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan typically takes.

  • How popular is this Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan flight route?

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan have been viewed 1,430 times in the past calendar month.

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

    A quick flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan can take about 50m. AirAsia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 165. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan is about 222 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan is Firefly. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as RM 41 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines, starting at RM 113 and RM 121 round-trip. Firefly is currently priced 77% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan are Firefly (100%), Malaysia Airlines (100%) and AirAsia (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 110. While the most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan) can be booked for RM 132 on average, our data indicates RM 186 when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan (average of RM 58). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan in October is currently the most expensive (average of RM 136). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan on these airlines

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Top 3 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. 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 407,431 searches. Data last updated 16 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapestRM 41AverageRM 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 113AverageRM 185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 121AverageRM 138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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