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Cheap flights to Sabah from $270

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 28/5. 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
15 May — 22 May1
1 adult
Wed 15/5
Wed 22/5

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 538,793 searches and data was last updated on 10 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$798

Return from

$641

One-way from

$270
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
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Average for return flights in May 2024
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Kota Kinabalu
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One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Sabah
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Cheap flights to Sabah in May & June 2024

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Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Sun 23/612:35SYD - BKI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/623:15BKI - SYD
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$641
Mon 24/620:45SYD - BKI
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/623:15BKI - SYD
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$695
Sun 23/612:35SYD - BKI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/623:15BKI - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$696
Mon 24/620:45SYD - BKI
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/623:15BKI - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$746
Sun 23/620:30SYD - BKI
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 27/601:30BKI - SYD
1 stop33h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/5$1,061
Mon 24/620:30SYD - BKI
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 27/601:30BKI - SYD
1 stop33h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/5$1,065
Mon 24/610:30SYD - BKI
2 stops40h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 28/621:45BKI - SYD
2 stops33h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,277
Sun 23/610:30SYD - BKI
2 stops31h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 28/617:45BKI - SYD
2 stops37h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,381
Thu 9/520:45SYD - BKI
1 stop26h 05mScoot
Sat 11/512:05BKI - SYD
1 stop21h 30mScoot
Deal found 9/5$1,815
Cheap flights to Tawau, Sabah
Mon 13/522:10SYD - TWU
1 stop21h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 15/511:00TWU - SYD
1 stop21h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,198
Mon 13/522:10SYD - TWU
1 stop21h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 15/511:35TWU - SYD
2 stops20h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,272
Mon 13/506:55SYD - TWU
2 stops30h 05mBatik Air
Wed 15/508:05TWU - SYD
2 stops20h 00mBatik Air
Deal found 9/5$2,020

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 538,793 searches and data were last updated on 10 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Sabah in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 23/612:35SYD - BKI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/623:15BKI - SYD
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$641
Mon 24/620:45SYD - BKI
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/623:15BKI - SYD
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$695
Sun 23/612:35SYD - BKI
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/623:15BKI - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$696
Mon 24/620:45SYD - BKI
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/623:15BKI - SYD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$746
Sat 9/1122:20SYD - BKI
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1116:55BKI - SYD
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$769
Sat 9/1107:15SYD - BKI
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1116:55BKI - SYD
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$851
Sun 23/620:30SYD - BKI
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 27/601:30BKI - SYD
1 stop33h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/5$1,061
Mon 24/620:30SYD - BKI
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 27/601:30BKI - SYD
1 stop33h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/5$1,065
Tue 2/713:05SYD - BKI
1 stop13h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 7/716:20BKI - SYD
1 stop15h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,068

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 538,793 searches and data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Sabah, check out these fares. Those seeking round-trip flights to Sabah should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Tue 28/512:35SYD - BKI
1 stop32h 35mScoot
Deal found 9/5$270
Wed 26/609:45SYD - TWU
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$335

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 $303 while a return flight costs $1,033. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Sabah (average of $290). Flying to Sabah in December will prove the most costly (average of $778). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$907

February

$440

March

$591

April

$667

May

$690

June

$769

July

$678

August

$755

September

$796

October

$713

November

$734

December

$1,180

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 3 May 2024.
Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Sabah. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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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 10 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Malaysia Airlines, China Eastern and Philippine Airlines to Sabah. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
394 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
394 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
394 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

Philippine Airlines
7.5
Good
1,254 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
394 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

China Eastern
7.3
Good
525 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
394 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

Scoot
6.6
Okay
313 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
394 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

  • 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, Scoot is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sabah.

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

    Kota Kinabalu Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sabah. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport typically cost $16, while return flights cost around $79.

  • How much is a return flight to Sabah?

    A return flight to Sabah will typically cost around $56, however they can be found for as little as $52.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sabah depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sabah, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (12 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 km away from Kota Kinabalu Airport).

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