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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan:

• Earliest: departs at 06:35 and lands at 07:21
• Latest: departs at 20:00 and lands at 20:46.

The flight takes about 46m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.

A direct flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan takes 46m, covering 357 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan range from RM 179 to RM 305, with an average of RM 243 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 179 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the RM 243 route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

AirAsia is the only airline operating Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge RM 26–RM 242 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about RM 136.

Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Sandakan (SDK).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 15m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 216 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at RM 269, a difference of RM 53.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only AirAsia operates flights between Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.