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$267+ Cheap flights to Sabah

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— BKI
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sabah in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sabah
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sabah. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Fri 15/513:00
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop24h 15m
Scoot
Tue 19/512:15
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop21h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 10/3$391
Fri 24/420:35
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop25h 10m
Scoot
Fri 1/520:45
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop20h 35m
Scoot
Deal found 10/3$480
Wed 18/320:05
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop18h 00m
Scoot
Mon 23/320:00
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop13h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 6/3$483
Tue 21/420:35
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop24h 55m
Scoot
Tue 28/412:15
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop21h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 7/3$488
Mon 27/713:00
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop24h 15m
Scoot
Thu 20/812:15
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop21h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 8/3$490
Sun 2/820:50
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/817:15
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$498
Mon 20/420:35
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop16h 40m
Scoot
Mon 27/420:30
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop13h 15m
Scoot
Deal found 6/3$502
Fri 15/513:00
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/512:15
BKI
-
SYD
2 stops17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$519
Fri 22/520:35
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop16h 40m
Scoot
Sun 31/512:15
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop29h 05m
Scoot
Deal found 9/3$528
Wed 22/420:35
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop16h 40m
Scoot
Wed 29/409:45
BKI
-
SYD
1 stop31h 35m
Scoot
Deal found 7/3$537
Fri 24/420:35
SYD
-
BKI
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/521:35
BKI
-
SYD
3 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$573
Tue 11/807:05
SYD
-
TWU
2 stops31h 25m
Batik Air
Thu 13/813:30
TWU
-
SYD
2 stops14h 35m
Batik Air
Deal found 8/3$1,014

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Find the latest flights to Sabah in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 11 March 2026.

Return from

$391

One-way from

$267

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$491
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 15/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • Sydney to Kota Kinabalu
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  • Scoot
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • Sydney to Sabah
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/7

13:00-11:15

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 20/8

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

$490
Fastest return journey

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/8

20:50-08:40

1 stop13h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 8/8

17:15-08:20

1 stop13h 05m

$498

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/4

20:35-11:15

1 stop16h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/5

20:45-11:45

1 stop13h 00m

$502

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

20:35-11:15

1 stop16h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 31/5

12:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

$528

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

22:10-22:05

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 19/6

22:45-06:25

1 stop29h 40m

$830

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

07:05-22:15

2 stops17h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 19/6

07:05-06:05

2 stops21h 00m

$958

SydneyTawau

SYD - TWU

SYDTWU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/8

07:05-12:30

2 stops31h 25m

Tawau

Thu 13/8

13:30-06:05

2 stops14h 35m

$1,014

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD - BKI

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/3

07:15-10:00

2 stops29h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 6/4

07:05-06:05

2 stops21h 00m

$1,096

SydneyTawau

SYD - TWU

SYDTWU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/8

13:05-19:25

1 stop32h 20m

Tawau

Thu 13/8

20:05-19:35

1 stop21h 30m

$1,196

SydneyTawau

SYD - TWU

SYDTWU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

22:10-10:10

1 stop14h 00m

Tawau

Thu 13/8

20:05-19:35

1 stop21h 30m

$1,210

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sabah

How long is the flight to Sabah?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Sabah takes 22 hours 37 minutes. Flights to Sabah from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sabah?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Sabah are Malaysia Airlines and Scoot.

Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
From $487
Scoot
Scoot
From $280
Royal Brunei Airlines
Royal Brunei Airlines
From $580
AirAsia
AirAsia
From $294

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sabah?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Sabah are Scoot and Malaysia Airlines.

Rainfall in Sabah by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sabah ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sabah when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sabah by month

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

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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Sabah?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Sabah in the last few years. This data was updated on 11 March 2026.
The most popular places in Sabah to fly to are Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan and Tawau.

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 11 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Malaysia Airlines and Scoot to Malaysia to help guide your decision. 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
293 reviews
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Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
320 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

FAQs about flying to Sabah

  • 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?

    Sandakan is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sabah. One-way flights to Sandakan typically cost $20, while return flights cost around $62.

  • How much is a return flight to Sabah?

    A return flight to Sabah will typically cost around $165, however they can be found for as little as $106.

  • 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 (9 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu?

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

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