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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $88. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sandakan.$88 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.

Sandakan.$89 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $89, select.

Sandakan.$90 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $90, select.

Sandakan.$90 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $90, select.

Sandakan.$90 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $90, select.

Sandakan.$91 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.

Sandakan.$91 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.

Sandakan.$92 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.

Sandakan.$92 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.

Sandakan.$92 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May, returning Sun, 9 May.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.

Sandakan.$92 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.

Sandakan.$94 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr, returning Sat, 17 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $94, select.

Sandakan.$96 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 29 Mar, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $96, select.

Sandakan.$98 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.

Sandakan.$100 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $100, select.

Sandakan.$102 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $102, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$88
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	48 mins
Most popular airline	AirAsia
Average flights per week	45

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan is $88. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

48 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.

Which airlines fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

AirAsia flies direct from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.

How many flights are there a week from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

As of July 2026, there are 45 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport on Saturday, 8 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 48 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sandakan?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sandakan but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Sandakan?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sandakan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan with?

Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sandakan.

Flying from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Sandakan Airport (SDK): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 45 minutes.
Every week, there are 43 Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your BKI to SDK flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
AirAsia is your gateway to discovering Sandakan (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Malaysia!). Browse the direct flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is AirAsia.
With 67.09% of services arriving as planned, AirAsia is the most punctual carrier offering BKI to SDK flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport. These are the top stopovers between BKI and SDK:
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport
- Tawau Airport
- Lahad Datu Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

$45 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport flight. A return flight starts from $88. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from BKI to SDK by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BKI to SDK.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Kota Kinabalu Airport, data shows 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Kota Kinabalu Airport from central Kota Kinabalu, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near BKI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Sandakan Airport (SDK)

If you're landing on a late Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SDK:
Explore beyond Sandakan and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can book a Sandakan Airport rental car from companies like Hertz or Avis.
Reserving your vehicle from Sandakan Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

When to fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Sandakan. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Sandakan is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sandakan Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKI to SDK in February. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC then.

Explore more of Malaysia

You've seen Sandakan, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Travel about 225 kilometres west to Kota Kinabalu to tick off its leading attractions. From Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park to Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Manukan Island, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres south of Sandakan, Tawau is another essential stop in Malaysia. Start your sightseeing at Hot Springs Tawau, Teck Guan Cocoa Museum and Batu payung.