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BKI — SDK
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Sandakan (SDK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

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September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£37

Good one-way deal

£24 or less
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BKI to SDK?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sandakan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sandakan. 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 Sandakan. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
215 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan flight route?

    The Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan flight path was viewed by 35 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan round-trip?

    Firefly, at £14, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines. Firefly is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan are Firefly (90%), Malaysia Airlines (90%) and AirAsia (83%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan?

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Top 3 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapest£14Average£25FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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AirAsiaCheapest£20Average£36FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest£21Average£32FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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