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Flight deals from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.R 255 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sibu on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 255, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 255 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sibu on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 255, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 255 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sibu on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 255, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 286 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sibu on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 286, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 288 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sibu on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 288, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 288 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sibu on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 288, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 288 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sibu on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 288, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 288 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sibu on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 288, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sibu to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
from R 288
Oct
from R 255
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Dec
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Jan
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Jul
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Direct flights from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu

Sibu to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kota Kinabalu.

Sibu to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 254
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu is R 508. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu.
AirAsia flies direct from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu.
As of September 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Sibu to Kota Kinabalu is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Tuesday, 28 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Kinabalu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Travelling from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

  • Kota Kinabalu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Sibu.

  • Choose from 49 weekly Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flights. The 15:10 departure with AirAsia is the earliest available. AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 17:00.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SBW to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • AirAsia has direct flights from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Kota Kinabalu — and maybe even more of Malaysia if time allows.

  • AirAsia is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • AirAsia is the most punctual carrier offering SBW to BKI flights.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SBW and BKI:

    • Kuching International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Senai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • R 255 is currently the best price for a one-way Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 508. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from SBW to BKI, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SBW to BKI.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

Handy information about Sibu Airport (SBW)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sibu Airport, 71.46% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Sibu Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Sibu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Consider Belian Homestay Sibujaya. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to SBW.

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu

  • From Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Sibu Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for May if you want to visit Kota Kinabalu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SBW to BKI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Kinabalu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres east of Kota Kinabalu, a trip to Sandakan will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in Malaysia, head for Tawau, about 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are key reasons to visit.

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