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Cheap flights to Sabah from £438

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — BKI
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
Sat 18/5
Sat 25/5

Flights to Sabah in 2024

Find the latest flights to Sabah in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 841,996 searches and data was last updated on 13 May 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£758

Return from

£544

One-way from

£438
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From London to Kota Kinabalu
One-way flight from London to Sabah

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Cheap flights to Sabah in May & June 2024

Search the best deals to popular Sabah cities recently found by Cheapflights users
The following deals offer some of the lowest prices we've found on flights heading to Sabah in May and June 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Thu 6/620:50LHR - BKI
2 stops38h 30mChina Southern
Tue 11/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 11/5£544
Wed 12/611:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 18/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop20h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£560
Fri 31/522:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Sat 15/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 12/5£579
Wed 12/621:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 18/601:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£584
Thu 6/622:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Tue 11/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 11/5£636
Thu 30/511:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 14/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£639
Thu 13/611:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/701:30BKI - LGW
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£653
Wed 12/621:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£663
Fri 31/511:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 13/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£664
Cheap flights to Tawau, Sabah
Sun 9/617:00LHR - TWU
2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/621:30TWU - LHR
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£778
Sun 9/617:00LHR - TWU
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/621:30TWU - LHR
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£783
Sat 1/620:50LHR - TWU
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/616:35TWU - LHR
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£811
Sat 1/620:50LHR - TWU
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/613:35TWU - LHR
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£822
Wed 12/614:55LGW - TWU
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/611:50TWU - LGW
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£831
Wed 12/621:50LHR - TWU
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/611:00TWU - LHR
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£834
Sun 26/510:10LHR - TWU
3 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/621:30TWU - LHR
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£856
Sun 26/521:35LHR - TWU
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/621:30TWU - LHR
2 stops52h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£868
Wed 12/609:30LHR - TWU
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/609:30TWU - LHR
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£873

Sabah 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Sabah in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 841,996 searches and data were last updated on 13 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Sabah in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 6/620:50LHR - BKI
2 stops38h 30mChina Southern
Tue 11/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 11/5£544
Wed 12/611:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 18/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop20h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£560
Fri 31/522:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Thu 13/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 12/5£579
Wed 12/621:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 18/601:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£584
Thu 6/622:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Tue 11/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 11/5£636
Thu 30/511:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 14/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£639
Thu 13/611:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/701:30BKI - LGW
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£653
Wed 12/621:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5£663
Fri 31/511:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 13/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£664

Flights to Sabah departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Sabah, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 841,996 searches and data was last updated on 13 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the best last-minute flights available departing to Sabah. Make sure to double check the price, time, and destination to confirm all are correct.
Sat 18/521:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 21/501:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/5£733

One-way flights to Sabah

Explore one-way flight options to Sabah for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 841,996 searches and data was last updated on 13 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available flights travelling to Sabah at this time. Book a round-trip flight to Sabah instead by using the search form above.
Sun 8/917:15LHR - BKI
2 stops21h 50mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 12/5£438

Average price of flights to Sabah by month

Plan your trip to Sabah by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Sabah is currently £438 while a return flight costs £695. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Sabah (average of £850). Flying to Sabah in July will prove the most costly (average of £1,105). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£786

February

£737

March

£770

April

£734

May

£758

June

£809

July

£882

August

£869

September

£800

October

£797

November

£845

December

£679

Temperature and rainfall in Sabah by month

Plan your trip to Sabah by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sabah, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Sabah?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Sabah. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Sabah may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 19 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Sabah

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sabah. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sabah. Reviews last updated 13 May 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern, China Eastern and Malaysia Airlines to Sabah by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.1
Very Good
3,963 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.9
Good
1,574 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.7
Good
4,410 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.4
Good
3,710 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,454 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sabah if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sabah on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sabah?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sabah.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sabah?

    Sandakan Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sabah. One-way flights to Sandakan Airport typically cost £10, while return flights cost around £16.

  • How much is a return flight to Sabah?

    A return flight to Sabah will typically cost around £39, however they can be found for as little as £39.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sabah depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sabah, London offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Yes. Kota Kinabalu Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Survivor Lodge Pulau Tiga is the closest property to Kota Kinabalu Airport (0.0 mi away from Kota Kinabalu Airport).

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