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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan from RM 147

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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SDK
27 Jul — 3 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan are usually found in January or November, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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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 27 June 2026.

Tue 22/916:20
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Sat 26/917:30
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/6RM 254
Sat 12/917:35
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 16/910:30
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 25/6RM 258
Mon 10/806:45
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Tue 11/807:55
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Deal found 23/6RM 262
Sat 22/817:35
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Tue 25/818:50
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 26/6RM 270
Sat 8/814:05
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Sat 15/818:50
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 23/6RM 274
Tue 17/1119:05
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Thu 19/1107:35
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/6RM 278
Sat 22/809:15
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 26/817:30
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 23/6RM 282
Thu 2/709:15
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Mon 6/719:20
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 25/6RM 286
Sat 27/606:45
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Sun 28/607:55
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/6RM 290
Sat 29/816:20
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Tue 1/910:30
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/6RM 295
Thu 25/606:45
BKI
-
SDK
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Sun 28/610:30
SDK
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 22/6RM 299

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 27 June 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 254

One-way from

RM 147

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 254

Good round-trip deal

RM 335 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 166 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 22/9-26/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 3/7
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 39 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 27 June 2026.
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Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 20/8

14:05-14:50

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Tue 25/8

10:30-11:20

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 258

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 17/8

14:05-14:50

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Mon 17/8

18:50-19:40

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 262

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 17/11

19:05-19:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Thu 19/11

07:35-08:20

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 262

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 18/8

14:05-14:50

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Fri 21/8

10:30-11:20

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 274

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 29/8

16:20-17:05

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Tue 1/9

10:30-11:20

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 295

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9/7

18:05-18:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Mon 13/7

10:30-11:20

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 299

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 4/8

14:05-14:50

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Tue 4/8

18:50-19:40

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 311

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 24/7

16:40-17:25

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Tue 28/7

11:25-17:45

1 stop6h 20m

RM 511

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 12/9

08:20-11:40

1 stop3h 20m

Sandakan

Wed 16/9

07:55-08:40

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 511
Cheapest one-way

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/7

09:15-10:05

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 147

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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?

The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan is 52 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan (average of RM 155). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan in May is currently the most expensive (average of RM 315). 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 27 June 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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

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 27 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with AirAsia and Batik Air 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.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.5

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.5

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
83 reviews
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.5

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.

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 4 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 784 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 258. 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 Batik Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as RM 116 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Firefly and AirAsia, starting at RM 123 and RM 125 round-trip. Batik Air is currently priced 47% 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 57 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Batik Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Firefly and AirAsia, with prices starting from RM 61 and RM 64, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 137. While the most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan) can be booked for RM 254 on average, our data indicates RM 267 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.

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    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan (average of RM 155). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan in May is currently the most expensive (average of RM 315). 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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Batik AirCheapestRM 116AverageRM 176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FireflyCheapestRM 123AverageRM 170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 125AverageRM 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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