Cheap Flights to Sabah from $62 (2026/2027)

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Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu

How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Sabah?

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

Mon, Aug 2 - Thu, Aug 5
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$124 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Mon, Aug 2 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Thu, Aug 5, priced at $124 found 4 days ago
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sun, Nov 1, priced at $179 found 1 day ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
TWU
Tawau
$197 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Tawau, returning Sat, Jan 16, priced at $197 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22
SZB
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$206 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Thu, Oct 22, priced at $206 found 5 days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$244 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Wed, Dec 9, priced at $244 found 6 days ago
Thu, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 24
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
LBU
Labuan
$250 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 18 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Labuan, returning Wed, Feb 24, priced at $250 found 4 days ago
Tue, Mar 23 - Mon, Apr 5
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
SDK
Sandakan
$265 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 23 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Sandakan, returning Mon, Apr 5, priced at $265 found 2 days ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$277 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Fri, Nov 6 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Fri, Nov 13, priced at $277 found 21 hours ago
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$843 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$843
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from San Francisco Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Wed, Nov 4, priced at $843 found 12 hours ago
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$932 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$932
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, Jan 21 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Thu, Jan 28, priced at $932 found 6 days ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 18
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$991 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$991
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $991 found 5 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
KULKota KinabaluNovember 16 to November 20$187
HKGKota KinabaluNovember 5 to November 16$188
KULTawauJanuary 12 to January 16$197
KULLabuanNovember 4 to November 8$265
PVGKota KinabaluJanuary 11 to January 13$312
KULSandakanNovember 16 to November 19$337
MNLKota KinabaluDecember 28 to January 4$374
CANKota KinabaluNovember 6 to November 9$406
HGHKota KinabaluNovember 13 to November 18$406
SINSandakanDecember 31 to January 8$460
HKGTawauNovember 14 to November 23$510
SZXKota KinabaluJanuary 30 to February 6$521
SINTawauDecember 26 to January 2$556
CANTawauNovember 30 to December 1$659
HKGSandakanNovember 27 to December 4$717
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
KULKota KinabaluOctober 25 to November 1$179
HKGKota KinabaluOctober 24 to October 30$185
SINKota KinabaluOctober 24 to October 26$244
KULSandakanOctober 24 to October 25$312
*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 Sabandar Cowboy Town are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The quality of service was not as expected for such a 5 star hotel."

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2026

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Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

3 out of 5
Suria Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Suria Sabah Shopping Mall are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (130 reviews)
"Located in the Suria mall"

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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The Wizard of Oz Resort

The Wizard of Oz Resort

3 out of 5
Bubul Village Stay, Bubul Road Miles 2.5 Semporna Sabah
Stay at this lodge in Semporna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attraction Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site is 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)
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

Reviewed on Sep 6, 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 $124. 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 August 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 $124. 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 $124 and $991 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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