Cheap Flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu from PKR 4,531

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu (SDK-BKI)?

  Based on Trip.com data, AirAsia offers one-way fares as low as PKR 4,531 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SDK to BKI on Wed, Jan 7), while AirAsia offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from PKR 9,221 departing on Sat, Jan 31 and returning on Sat, Feb 7.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu with the following airlines, including: AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Sandakan (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 47 minutes to fly from Sandakan (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

• When is the best time to book flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

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

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 41 flight per week flying from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia): S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AK6497 (15:51) AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia): S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AK6491 (13:41) AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia): S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AK6495 (17:24)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu?

  To find best deals on flights from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Jan 7, with one-way flights priced at just PKR 4,531.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is AirAsia.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Kota Kinabalu travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Sandakan (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu is August, when demand for travel is lower.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu on December 17, 2025 with AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia), with prices starting at PKR 2,583.

• Which airports can I fly to for Kota Kinabalu from Sandakan?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Kota Kinabalu, with Sandakan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (SDK-BKI) is by far the most common option on this route: Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).

• Is there any time difference between Sandakan and Kota Kinabalu?

  The time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.