Cheap Flights to Sabah from $56 (2026/2027)

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Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$107 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 26 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sun, Jan 31, priced at $107 found 5 days ago
Mon, Jan 4 - Fri, Jan 8
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
TWU
Tawau
$180 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 4 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Tawau, returning Fri, Jan 8, priced at $180 found 6 days ago
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
TWU
Tawau
$202 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Fri, Oct 23 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Tawau, returning Mon, Oct 26, priced at $202 found 1 day ago
Sat, Aug 1 - Sun, Aug 2
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
LBU
Labuan
$203 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 1 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Labuan, returning Sun, Aug 2, priced at $203 found 3 days ago
Fri, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 9
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
SDK
Sandakan
$256 Roundtrip, just found
$256
Roundtrip
just found
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 7 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Sandakan, returning Sun, Aug 9, priced at $256 just found
Fri, Jul 17 - Sun, Jul 26
SZB
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$267 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Fri, Jul 17 from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sun, Jul 26, priced at $267 found 5 days ago
Mon, Jul 6 - Mon, Oct 19
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$966 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$966
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 6 from San Francisco Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Oct 19, priced at $966 found 6 days ago
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$1,067 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$1,067
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Wed, Mar 3 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Wed, Mar 17, priced at $1,067 found 17 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SINKota KinabaluSeptember 2 to September 16$181
KULTawauJuly 29 to August 2$197
KULLabuanAugust 1 to August 2$203
KULKota KinabaluJuly 11 to July 19$218
KULSandakanAugust 7 to August 9$256
MNLKota KinabaluAugust 4 to August 8$286
SINSandakanSeptember 20 to September 29$289
HKGKota KinabaluJuly 1 to July 5$324
SINTawauAugust 20 to August 28$333
CANKota KinabaluJuly 25 to August 4$359
PVGKota KinabaluAugust 27 to September 3$385
MNLSandakanJuly 25 to July 26$518
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
KULKota KinabaluJune 21 to July 4$225
SINKota KinabaluJune 21 to June 24$292
HKGKota KinabaluJune 20 to June 25$474
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit Tuaran Sabah
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Dalit Beach and Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai are located nearby.
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center are located nearby.
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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Local Fruits Market are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, good service, stunning ocean view"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 20 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Sabah?
Your next vacation doesn't have to put a hole in your travel budget. In the last seven days, the cheapest roundtrip flight to Sabah cost $107. Find a bargain fare and spend the cash you save on cool experiences. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Sabah departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Sabah?
Be sure to leave January free in your calendar, because it's the cheapest time to fly to Sabah. That's based on Travelocity's direct flight demand between January and December last year. With more cash in your pocket, you can splurge on a hotel upgrade, go to a fancy restaurant or do something special.
How can I check my flight status to Sabah?
There are a couple of ways you can check your fight status. You'll discover all the necessary details in our "Trips" portal, which is located at the top of our homepage. Sign in or create an account in seconds — you can then access and make changes to your bookings whenever you please. For those already on the move, the Travelocity app can also help you look up the status of your flight to Sabah, as well as share details with any members of your family flying with you.
How do I find the best deals on flights to Sabah?
Be flexible with your travel dates and there's a strong chance you'll find an awesome deal. When searching for flights on Travelocity, tap on the "Flexible dates" box at the top of the page to see prices for nearby days. Also try to book ahead of time and avoid the high season. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a return flight to Sabah was $107. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to Sabah with Travelocity?
Pack your suitcase and prepare for an epic trip with Travelocity. It's our mission to find you great deals on cheap flights to Sabah. Whether you're searching for airfares with flexible cancellation policies or cheap family flights from budget airlines, we've got you covered.
What are the most popular flight routes to Sabah?
With terrific connections, scoring flights to Sabah couldn't be simpler. Here's our pick of the most sought-after flight routes to this leading destination:

  • Kuala Lumpur (KUL-Kuala Lumpur Intl.) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 5,122 flights a month.
  • Sandakan (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 1,421 flights a month.
  • Tawau (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 1,365 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Sabah on average?
Roundtrip flights to Sabah on our site cost between $107 and $1,067 in the last seven days. When you spot a fare that fits your budget, get in quick. Cheap deals don't wait around for long! These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Sabah?
The length of a direct flight to Sabah varies, but here are the average journey times for some main routes:

  • Kuala Lumpur (KUL-Kuala Lumpur Intl.) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 2 hours and 38 minutes
  • Sandakan (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 48 minutes
  • Tawau (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 52 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Sabah?
This depends on factors such as your airline and where you're departing from. Most airlines typically offer passengers entertainment and food on long-haul journeys. Whether you're chasing business class flights to Sabah or cheap flights for family vacations, you'll be looked after from boarding to touchdown.

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