A beautiful view from within central Kota Kinabalu-mobile

How to get from
Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu

Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu Trip Overview

Distance222 km (138.8 miles)
Price range$24-$73
Ride Duration Range45m-50m
Earliest Departure02:40
Latest Departure23:35

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A beautiful view from within central Kota Kinabalu

About the ride from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu

Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu Route Information

The distance between Sandakan and Kota Kinabalu is 139 miles, or approximately 222 kilometers.

The only way to get from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu is by Flight

The earliest departure leaves at 02:40 and has a duration of 50 minutes.

The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 45 minutes.

Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available: .

Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu by flight

  • Starting Price: $23
  • 12 departures a day, or 84 departures a week

The only travel class available is Economy.

Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.

Companies Operating from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu

Average time

45m - 50m

Average price

$24 - $73

Average time

45m

Average price

$33 - $58

Popular stations and stops in Sandakan and Kota Kinabalu

Departure stations in Sandakan

Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Arrival stations in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

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