RM52 Cheap Flights from Sandakan (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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Cheap Flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu (SDK-BKI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at RM52 for one-way flights and RM104 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

AirAsia
Mon, 19 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM104 Return, just found
RM104
Return
just found
Select AirAsia flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, 24 Jan, priced at RM104 just found
AirAsia
Sun, 18 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM110 Return, just found
RM110
Return
just found
Select AirAsia flight, departing Sun, 18 Jan from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, 21 Jan, priced at RM110 just found
AirAsia
Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM116 Return, just found
RM116
Return
just found
Select AirAsia flight, departing Thu, 15 Jan from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at RM116 just found
AirAsia
Sun, 18 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM121 Return, just found
RM121
Return
just found
Select AirAsia flight, departing Sun, 18 Jan from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, 21 Jan, priced at RM121 just found
AirAsia
Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM127 Return, just found
RM127
Return
just found
Select AirAsia flight, departing Thu, 15 Jan from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at RM127 just found
AirAsia
Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM138 Return, just found
RM138
Return
just found
Select AirAsia flight, departing Thu, 15 Jan from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, 18 Jan, priced at RM138 just found
AirAsia
Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM144 Return, just found
RM144
Return
just found
Select AirAsia flight, departing Thu, 5 Feb from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, 12 Feb, priced at RM144 just found
AirAsia
Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM151 Return, found 1 hour ago
RM151
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select AirAsia flight, departing Sun, 18 Jan from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, 25 Jan, priced at RM151 found 1 hour ago
Batik air
Thu, 29 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM162 Return, found 14 hours ago
RM162
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Thu, 29 Jan from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, 31 Jan, priced at RM162 found 14 hours ago
Malaysia Airlines
Sat, 21 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar
SDK
Sandakan
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
RM1,935 Return, found 23 hours ago
RM1,935
Return
found 23 hours ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sat, 21 Mar from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, 31 Mar, priced at RM1,935 found 23 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sandakan (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From RM 103 - RM 398 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Kota Kinabalu

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Kota Kinabalu Intl. BKI. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 9 minutes. Flights from RM 104
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre9 min
Flights from RM 104
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Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu route information
Origin airport
Sandakan
Destination airport
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
Airlines serving
Batik air , Malaysia Airlines
Return price
RM104
Distance
221 km

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from SDK to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Round-trip flights from SDK to BKI start from RM104. This is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport?
This varies from airline to airline, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where you'll find easy-to-follow instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from SDK to Kota Kinabalu International Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Sandakan Airport (SDK) to BKI flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from SDK to BKI?
A flight distance of just 220 kilometres separates Sandakan and Kota Kinabalu. Once you're up in the air, you won't get a chance to do much more than read the in-flight magazine.
Which airlines fly direct from Sandakan Airport to BKI?
There are a few airlines that fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI). AirAsia (AK) is a popular choice, offering 108 flights on this route each month. Another carrier servicing this route is Malaysia Airlines (MH). You'll have 21 flights a month to choose from.
Are Sandakan Airport to BKI flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes pick up a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from SDK to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) cropping up a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals frequently — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices so far in advance.

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