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Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from AU$ 35 and round-trip from AU$ 68. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        SDK 20:20
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 21:10
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sun, Nov 8 | AirAsia
        BKI 16:20
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 17:05
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Tue, Nov 10 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68 AU$ 90
        24% off
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 11:25
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 12:10
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Fri, Nov 13 | AirAsia
        BKI 12:40
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 13:25
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Sun, Nov 15 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68 AU$ 90
        24% off
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 21:10
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 21:55
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Fri, Nov 20 | AirAsia
        BKI 20:00
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 20:45
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Sun, Nov 22 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68 AU$ 90
        24% off
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 18:10
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 18:55
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sat, Nov 21 | AirAsia
        BKI 12:40
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 13:25
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Mon, Nov 23 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 13:50
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 14:35
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sun, Nov 22 | AirAsia
        BKI 06:45
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 07:30
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Tue, Nov 24 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 17:50
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 18:40
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Mon, Oct 26 | AirAsia
        BKI 16:40
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 17:25
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Wed, Oct 28 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 17:50
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 18:40
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sun, Oct 25 | AirAsia
        BKI 16:40
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 17:25
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Tue, Oct 27 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 17:50
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 18:40
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Thu, Oct 29 | AirAsia
        BKI 09:15
        50m
        Direct
        SDK 10:05
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Sat, Oct 31 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 10:30
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 11:20
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Mon, Nov 2 | AirAsia
        BKI 09:15
        50m
        Direct
        SDK 10:05
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Wed, Nov 4 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 15:20
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 16:05
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Wed, Nov 4 | AirAsia
        BKI 12:40
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 13:25
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Fri, Nov 6 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 11:25
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 12:10
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Wed, Nov 11 | AirAsia
        BKI 10:15
        45m
        Direct
        SDK 11:00
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Fri, Nov 13 | AirAsia
        AU$ 68
        24% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 68
      • SDK 11:05
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 11:55
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Mon, Nov 9 | AirAsia
        BKI 19:05
        50m
        Direct
        SDK 19:55
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Wed, Nov 11 | AirAsia
        AU$ 69
        23% off
        AU$ 90 AU$ 69
      • SDK 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        BKI 14:00
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sun, Sep 27 | Normal Airline
        BKI 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        SDK 16:00
        Kota Kinabalu - Sandakan | Tue, Sep 29 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        SDK 17:50
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 18:40
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Mon, Oct 26 | AirAsia
        AU$ 35 AU$ 47
        26% off
        26% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 35
      • SDK 21:10
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 21:55
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Thu, Nov 12 | AirAsia
        AU$ 35 AU$ 47
        26% off
        26% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 35
      • SDK 11:25
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 12:10
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Mon, Nov 16 | AirAsia
        AU$ 35 AU$ 47
        26% off
        26% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 35
      • SDK 17:50
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 18:40
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Wed, Nov 4 | AirAsia
        AU$ 35
        26% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 35
      • SDK 11:25
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 12:10
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sun, Nov 8 | AirAsia
        AU$ 35
        26% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 35
      • SDK 13:40
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 14:25
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Fri, Oct 16 | AirAsia
        AU$ 36
        23% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 36
      • SDK 13:40
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 14:25
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Mon, Oct 19 | AirAsia
        AU$ 36
        23% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 36
      • SDK 17:50
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 18:40
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sat, Oct 17 | AirAsia
        AU$ 36
        23% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 36
      • SDK 15:20
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 16:05
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sat, Oct 24 | AirAsia
        AU$ 36
        23% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 36
      • SDK 10:30
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 11:20
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Fri, Oct 30 | AirAsia
        AU$ 36
        23% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 36
      • SDK 11:25
        45m
        Direct
        BKI 12:10
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Fri, Nov 6 | AirAsia
        AU$ 36
        23% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 36
      • SDK 17:50
        50m
        Direct
        BKI 18:40
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Wed, Oct 28 | AirAsia
        AU$ 36
        23% off
        AU$ 47 AU$ 36
      • SDK 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        BKI 14:00
        Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu | Sun, Sep 27 | Normal Airline
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Flight fares from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu are based on average prices across airlines for the next three months, according to Trip.com’s latest data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu

What's the cheapest month to fly one-way from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest month to fly one-way from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu is January, with an average price of AU$ 24. The most expensive month is usually September, when the average price can reach AU$ 70.

AU$ 70
AU$ 47
AU$ 24
AU$ 1
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 70
    Sep
  • AU$ 38
    Oct
  • AU$ 29
    Nov
  • AU$ 26
    Dec
  • AU$ 24
    Jan
  • AU$ 32
    Feb
  • AU$ 30
    Mar
  • AU$ 41
    Apr
  • AU$ 52
    May
  • AU$ 56
    Jun
  • AU$ 47
    Jul
  • AU$ 44
    Aug

What’s the cheapest month to book a round-trip flight from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, January is usually the cheapest month to find flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu, with an average price of AU$ 59. In contrast, September is typically the most expensive month, with average fares reaching AU$ 138.

AU$ 138
AU$ 99
AU$ 59
AU$ 20
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 138
    Sep
  • AU$ 104
    Oct
  • AU$ 70
    Nov
  • AU$ 74
    Dec
  • AU$ 59
    Jan
  • AU$ 87
    Feb
  • AU$ 102
    Mar
  • AU$ 111
    Apr
  • AU$ 124
    May
  • AU$ 128
    Jun
  • AU$ 107
    Jul
  • AU$ 102
    Aug

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu is Wednesday, with average fares usually lower than on other days. Avoid flying on Friday, as ticket prices are typically highest that day.

AU$ 62
AU$ 57
AU$ 52
AU$ 47
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 55
    Mon
  • AU$ 54
    Tue
  • AU$ 52
    Wed
  • AU$ 55
    Thu
  • AU$ 62
    Fri
  • AU$ 56
    Sat
  • AU$ 55
    Sun

Which airlines are the most popular for Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights?

See which airlines fly from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu. Find the airline that best meets your travel needs by comparing prices and treat yourself to an enjoyable journey.
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Flight Schedule from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Check the schedule for flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. AK6487

    Sandakan Airport

    10:30

    SDK

    50m

    11:20

    BKI

    S M T W T F S
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  2. AK6497

    Sandakan Airport

    15:15

    SDK

    45m

    16:00

    BKI

    S M T W T F S
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  3. AK6491

    Sandakan Airport

    13:35

    SDK

    45m

    14:20

    BKI

    S M T W T F S
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  4. AK6493

    Sandakan Airport

    07:55

    SDK

    45m

    08:40

    BKI

    S M T W T F S
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  5. AK6495

    Sandakan Airport

    17:30

    SDK

    50m

    18:20

    BKI

    S M T W T F S
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What to know about flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Cheapest return ticket price AU$ 64
Cheapest one-way flight price AU$ 32
Off-season for travel October
Peak season for travel June

FAQs for Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu Flights

  • When is peak season for travel to Kota Kinabalu?

    ؜The peak travel time for visiting Kota Kinabalu is October. During this time, flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu are the most expensive. Cheap tickets can still be booked on Trip.com.
  • Flights from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) take around 45 minutes.
  • There are 1 airport(s) in Kota Kinabalu (BKI): Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
  • AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) is a very popular airline operating an average of 2154 flights per month.
  • The earliest flight departs from Sandakan Airport (SDK) at 07:55 and arrives in Kota Kinabalu (BKI) at 08:40.
  • The latest flight departs from Sandakan Airport (SDK) at 21:10 and arrives in Kota Kinabalu (BKI) at 22:00.
    • The distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to downtown is about 7km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • Yes. AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) operate direct flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu. The average flight time is approximately 35 minutes, with about 3 flights per week. Actual schedules may vary by season.
  • The cheapest one-way flight from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu currently starts from AU$ 35, with round-trip fares from AU$ 68. The lowest fare is offered by AirAsia departing on Mon, Oct 26; prices are subject to availability.
  • Yes. The average flight time from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu is about 34 minutes. Actual flight time may vary due to routing, weather, and air traffic.
  • Currently, multiple airlines offer flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu, including: AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) The selected airlines are based on Trip.com user booking data from the past 90 days.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu is AU$ 144, and the average round-trip fare is AU$ 128. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu are usually cheapest in January, with an average one-way fare of about AU$ 144. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • The earliest flight from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu departs at 07:55, and the latest one departs at 17:50. There are approximately 5 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before your trip.
  • Flights from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu usually arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is the most convenient option for this route.
  • AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) are the most popular budget airlines flying from Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu. Basic fares start from AU$ 35. Before comparing final prices, watch out for baggage, seat selection, and payment surcharges.

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