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Flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sibu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM235. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Sibu flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu

Kota Kinabalu to Sibu: Alternative routes

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

Kota Kinabalu to Sibu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM100
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week11

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu is RM151. 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 10 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu.
AirAsia flies direct from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu.
As of April 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu.
The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Sibu Airport on Saturday, 21 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 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 Sibu 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 Sibu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sibu.

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

  • Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport.

  • Kota Kinabalu and Sibu are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Choose from 39 weekly Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport flights. The 13:30 departure with AirAsia is the earliest available. AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 15:20.

  • Leave enough time to make your BKI to SBW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Sibu (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Malaysia!). Browse the direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • AirAsia is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Among carriers operating BKI to SBW flights, AirAsia has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between BKI and SBW include:

    • Miri Airport

    • Kuching International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

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

  • Currently, RM100 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM151. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BKI to SBW.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BKI to SBW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 73.51% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Catching an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BKI:

Arriving at Sibu Airport (SBW)

  • Once your Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport flight has arrived, kick back at a nearby hotel. Belian Homestay Sibujaya is a comfy option within easy reach of SBW.

  • Line up a Sibu Airport rental car from leading outlets like Avis or EPTA. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Sibu and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sibu Airport around one week in advance.

Getting from Sibu Airport (SBW) to central Sibu

  • From Sibu Airport, Sibu is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Sibu Airport (SBW)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Sibu. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport for May if you want to visit Sibu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKI to SBW in February. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've seen Sibu, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Journey about 338 kilometres north-east to Miri to tick off its leading sights. From Tusan Cliff Beach to Replica Grand Old Lady Taman Awam and Canada Hill, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 161 kilometres north-east of Sibu, Bintulu is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Start your sightseeing at Taman Tumbina, Jungle Trekking Taman Tumbina Bintulu and Kampung Jepak.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.