Cheap Flights to Sabah from $103 (2025/2026)

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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.

Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$206 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Jeju Air flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $206 found 6 days ago
Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$240 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $240 found 6 days ago
Mon, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 9
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$282 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $282 found 5 days ago
Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$289 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $289 found 6 days ago
Fri, Mar 13 - Mon, Mar 16
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$324 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Fri, Mar 13 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $324 found 1 day ago
Thu, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 23
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$338 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$338
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $338 found 3 days ago
Mon, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 9
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$362 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$362
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $362 found 5 days ago
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
ICN
Incheon Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$385 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$385
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Incheon Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $385 found 10 hours ago
Thu, Aug 21 - Sat, Sep 6
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$702 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$702
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San Francisco Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $702 found 2 days ago
Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Oct 1
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$764 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$764
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Los Angeles Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $764 found 4 days ago
Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 17
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$779 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$779
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $779 found 21 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SZBKota KinabaluOctober 9 to October 25$82
SINKota KinabaluSeptember 14 to September 26$107
HKGKota KinabaluSeptember 22 to September 28$207
SINSandakanSeptember 17 to September 22$300
SINTawauAugust 31 to September 9$302
CANKota KinabaluAugust 21 to August 28$324
KULLabuanAugust 14 to August 17$350
KULSandakanSeptember 30 to October 10$350
CANTawauAugust 17 to August 24$360
MNLLabuanAugust 26 to August 31$369
PVGTawauAugust 30 to September 6$382
HKGTawauAugust 28 to September 8$448
HKGSandakanAugust 30 to September 6$449
SZXKota KinabaluAugust 5 to August 9$685
CANSandakanSeptember 19 to October 3$944
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SZBKota KinabaluJuly 26 to July 29$214
SINKota KinabaluJuly 27 to August 1$229
HKGKota KinabaluJuly 26 to July 29$602
HKGTawauJuly 27 to August 1$895
*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, 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! (1,000 reviews)
Depressing bathrooms , hotel great otherwise
"After a terrible check-in process (lack of training) the hotel was great . One thing though the bathrooms are depressing and tired ."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Booked a sea view twin with breakfast. Watching sunset in your air conditioning room is totally worth it."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 5-star 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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent modern room with a fantastic view of the bay. Impeccable service throughout (housekeeping and dining). Faultless."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Sutera Harbour are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly and very good customer service especially from the front desk,which i can thank enough to help me solve some of difficult face during my stay!!worth for money"

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2025

The Magellan Sutera Resort
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 $82. 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 October 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 $82. 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 $82 and $944 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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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.