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

Yes, flights with layovers 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 Eastern 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 $12, while round-trip flights cost around $22.

How much is a round-trip flight to Sabah?

A round-trip flight to Sabah will typically cost around $52, however they can be found for as little as $22.

Where does the fastest flight to Sabah depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Sabah, Los Angeles offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 0 minutes).

Does Kota Kinabalu have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu can take advantage of the rental car 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 mi away from Kota Kinabalu).

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2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines

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2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 2/19$893

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2 stops36h 40mJapan Airlines

Deal found 2/19$1,008

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2 stops57h 50mEtihad Airways

Deal found 2/19$1,335

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2 stops25h 20mQatar Airways

mar. 9/304:20 pmBKI - JFK

2 stops28h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 2/19$1,418

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2 stops25h 20mMalaysia Airlines

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2 stops28h 50mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 2/19$1,495

vie. 9/1911:20 amJFK - BKI

2 stops35h 10mEmirates

sáb. 9/2711:20 amBKI - JFK

2 stops33h 30mEmirates

Deal found 2/19$1,504

mié. 9/248:55 pmJFK - BKI

2 stops35h 55mSingapore Airlines

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2 stops35h 05mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 2/19$1,575

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2 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines

vie. 8/227:05 pmBKI - EWR

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Deal found 2/20$1,771

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mié. 10/17:20 pmBKI - JFK

3 stops62h 37mChina Southern

Deal found 2/19$1,945

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Deal found 2/20$1,998

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Deal found 2/19$2,261

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Deal found 2/19$2,457

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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 7/26

12:00 pm-12:30 am

2 stops48h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

sáb. 8/23

9:30 am-9:00 am

2 stops35h 30m

$1,456

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 7/28

1:20 am-9:35 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

mié. 8/20

5:20 am-10:30 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,633

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 7/15

8:55 pm-11:20 am

2 stops26h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

vie. 7/25

9:35 pm-11:10 am

2 stops73h 35m

$1,673

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 7/22

9:30 pm-12:30 am

2 stops39h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

mié. 8/20

1:30 am-12:54 am

2 stops35h 24m

$2,457

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 7/21

4:00 pm-6:20 pm

3 stops38h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

mié. 8/20

7:20 pm-10:00 pm

3 stops62h 40m

$2,660

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 6/11

1:55 am-5:00 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$2,216

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 6/12

10:15 pm-11:20 am

1 stop25h 05m

$2,564

New YorkKota Kinabalu

JFK - BKI

JFKBKI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 6/12

3:59 pm-6:20 pm

3 stops38h 21m

$6,744

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On average, a flight from New York to Sabah takes 28 hours 43 minutes. Flights to Sabah from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Rainfall in Sabah by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sabah ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Sabah when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Sabah 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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

The most popular places in Sabah to fly to are Kota Kinabalu, Tawau and Sandakan.

Can I find cheaper flights to Sabah if I am willing to have layovers?
Yes, flights with layovers 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 Eastern 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 $12, while round-trip flights cost around $22.
How much is a round-trip flight to Sabah?
A round-trip flight to Sabah will typically cost around $52, however they can be found for as little as $22.
Where does the fastest flight to Sabah depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Sabah, Los Angeles offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 0 minutes).
Does Kota Kinabalu have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu can take advantage of the rental car 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 mi away from Kota Kinabalu).

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How long is the flight to Sabah?

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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 febrero 20, 2025.

The most popular places in Sabah to fly to are Kota Kinabalu, Tawau and Sandakan.

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

What is the best airline to fly to Sabah?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sabah?

How much is a round-trip flight to Sabah?

Where does the fastest flight to Sabah depart from?

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Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu?

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