Cheap Flights to Sabah from $76 (2025/2026)

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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.

Tue, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 8
BKK
Suvarnabhumi Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$234 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$234
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from Suvarnabhumi Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sun, Mar 8, priced at $234 found 1 day ago
Mon, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 12
BKK
Suvarnabhumi Intl.
SDK
Sandakan
$347 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Suvarnabhumi Intl. to Sandakan, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $347 found 6 days ago
Fri, Jun 19 - Fri, Jun 26
BKK
Suvarnabhumi Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$347 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 19 from Suvarnabhumi Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Fri, Jun 26, priced at $347 found 6 days ago
Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21
BKK
Suvarnabhumi Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$365 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$365
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Suvarnabhumi Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Fri, Nov 21, priced at $365 found 6 days ago
Thu, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 23
BKK
Suvarnabhumi Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$451 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$451
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 15 from Suvarnabhumi Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $451 found 22 hours ago
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$719 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$719
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from Los Angeles Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Mar 9, priced at $719 found 1 day ago
Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 16
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$753 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$753
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from Los Angeles Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $753 found 2 days ago
Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 14
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$1,127 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$1,127
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Japan Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $1,127 found 18 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
KULTawauJanuary 18 to January 24$96
KULKota KinabaluNovember 16 to November 23$108
SINKota KinabaluJanuary 12 to January 16$110
KULSandakanDecember 5 to December 8$125
KULLabuanJanuary 5 to January 12$173
HKGKota KinabaluNovember 5 to November 9$201
CANKota KinabaluJanuary 26 to February 9$232
MNLKota KinabaluNovember 10 to November 14$268
SINTawauNovember 5 to November 9$277
SINSandakanNovember 10 to November 17$278
PVGKota KinabaluJanuary 14 to January 19$389
CANTawauDecember 18 to January 1$678
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
KULKota KinabaluOctober 26 to October 31$117
KULTawauOctober 25 to October 26$137
SINKota KinabaluOctober 24 to October 27$162
KULSandakanOctober 25 to October 26$257
MNLKota KinabaluOctober 26 to October 29$338
SZXTawauOctober 25 to November 1$663
CANTawauOctober 24 to November 1$717
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Sabah Flight and Hotel Packages

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The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5-star property

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

Nov 12 - Nov 17

5 night stay

New York (JFK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Etihad Airways • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,467, price is now $1,336 per person
$1,336
per person
found 3 hours ago
Sabah Luxury Cozy Family Suite
3.5-star property

Sabah Luxury Cozy Family Suite

Nov 12 - Nov 17

5 night stay

New York (JFK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Etihad Airways • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,636, price is now $2,268 per person
$2,268
per person
found 3 hours ago
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0-star property

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Nov 12 - Nov 17

5 night stay

New York (JFK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Etihad Airways • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,488, price is now $1,370 per person
$1,370
per person
found 3 hours ago
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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and KK Plaza are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
"It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool."

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 5-star 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.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
Book a stay at this beach 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.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location for watching the sunset by the beach"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 5-star 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.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic staff made our stay memorable. All were friendly, courteous, helpful and went the extra mile. Would definitely return"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Opens in a new windowShangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
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 $96. 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 March 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 $96. 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 $96 and $1,127 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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