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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan from RM 61

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SDK
31 Jan — 7 Feb1
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 Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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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 1 January 2026.

Wed 31/1213:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Sun 4/115:00SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Deal found 30/12RM 146
Wed 31/1214:25BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Thu 1/118:25SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 30/12RM 166
Wed 31/1213:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/107:55SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12RM 170
Wed 31/1214:25BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/113:50SDK - BKI
1 stop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12RM 389
Wed 31/1209:45BKI - SDK
1 stop23h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 4/111:15SDK - BKI
1 stop4h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 30/12RM 783

Find 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 1 January 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 118

One-way from

RM 61

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

RM 162

Good round-trip deal

RM 134 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 67 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 1/2-6/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 7/1
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (RM 108 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Kota Kinabalu

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Return

Price

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 20/4

06:25-07:10

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Thu 23/4

15:00-15:45

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 118

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 25/2

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Fri 27/2

10:20-11:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 118

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 13/4

06:25-07:10

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 19/4

07:35-08:20

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 118

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/1

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 25/1

19:25-20:15

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 122

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/5

12:40-13:25

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Fri 8/5

07:35-08:20

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 154

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/4

06:25-07:10

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Fri 1/5

19:20-20:10

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 158

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 24/2

09:05-09:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Wed 25/2

17:30-18:20

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 162

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 13/1

13:20-14:10

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Sat 17/1

15:00-15:50

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 178

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/1

10:25-11:15

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 61

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 12/2

13:20-14:10

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 61

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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 26 December 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 57). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan in October is currently the most expensive (average of RM 134). 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 1 January 2026.

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 23% 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 1 January 2026.
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
287 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
287 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
287 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
223 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
287 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

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 3 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 1,290 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 45m. AirAsia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 118. 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 40 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines, starting at RM 110 and RM 119 round-trip. Firefly is currently priced 77% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan one-way?

    RM 20 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Firefly. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air, with prices starting from RM 23 and RM 56, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 56. While the most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan) can be booked for RM 105 on average, our data indicates RM 121 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 57). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan in October is currently the most expensive (average of RM 134). 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 1 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapestRM 40AverageRM 84FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 110AverageRM 183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 119AverageRM 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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