Cheap Flights to Sabah from $24 (2025/2026)

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Kota Kinabalu

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

Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
SDK
Sandakan
$47 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$47
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Kota Kinabalu Intl. to Sandakan, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $47 found 1 day ago
Sat, Jul 19 - Sat, Jul 26
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
TWU
Tawau
$57 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$57
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Kota Kinabalu Intl. to Tawau, returning Sat, Jul 26, priced at $57 found 1 day ago
Sat, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 15
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$165 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Ninoy Aquino Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $165 found 6 days ago
Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 26
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$289 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Ninoy Aquino Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $289 found 2 days ago
Sat, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 9
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$331 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$331
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Mar 7 from Ninoy Aquino Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Mar 9, priced at $331 found 23 hours ago
Sat, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 15
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$369 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$369
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Ninoy Aquino Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $369 found 6 days ago
Sat, Jul 26 - Sat, Aug 2
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
LBU
Labuan
$369 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$369
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 26 from Ninoy Aquino Intl. to Labuan, returning Sat, Aug 2, priced at $369 found 22 hours ago
Fri, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 18
MNL
Ninoy Aquino Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$369 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$369
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Ninoy Aquino Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $369 found 2 days ago
Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 4
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$702 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$702
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San Francisco Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $702 found 3 days ago
Sun, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 23
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$1,039 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,039
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Japan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 8 from San Francisco Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Feb 23, priced at $1,039 found 6 days ago
Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SDK
Sandakan
$1,180 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,180
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select EVA Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from San Francisco Intl. to Sandakan, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $1,180 found 2 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
HKGKota KinabaluSeptember 19 to September 22$266
CANKota KinabaluAugust 29 to September 5$291
SINSandakanSeptember 17 to September 22$300
SINLabuanAugust 24 to August 29$303
SINTawauAugust 23 to August 29$303
CANTawauAugust 14 to August 17$324
PVGKota KinabaluSeptember 7 to September 16$347
KULLabuanAugust 14 to August 17$350
MNLSandakanOctober 21 to October 27$374
PVGTawauAugust 30 to September 6$382
MNLTawauAugust 24 to September 8$446
HKGTawauAugust 28 to September 5$448
SZXKota KinabaluSeptember 1 to September 3$449
HKGSandakanAugust 26 to September 2$449
SINLahad DatuAugust 24 to August 31$572
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SZBKota KinabaluJuly 19 to July 26$271
KULLabuanJuly 20 to July 27$320
KULSandakanJuly 20 to July 22$371
MNLKota KinabaluJuly 18 to July 21$430
HKGKota KinabaluJuly 18 to July 20$436
KULTawauJuly 20 to July 25$464
CANTawauJuly 20 to July 27$702
*Prices include taxes and fees

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 $47. 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 September 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 $47. 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 $47 and $1,180 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.