Flying from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport.
Take your pick of 207 weekly Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport flights. The 07:05 departure with Malaysia Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Malaysia Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 15:00.
Your BKI to LDU flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Traveling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Malaysia Airlines is your gateway to exploring Lahad Datu (and perhaps some other great corners of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travelers choose to travel with Malaysia Airlines on this route.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers BKI to LDU flights, with 79.31% of its services arriving as planned.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport. Sandakan Airport is a popular stopover on the BKI to LDU route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport flight is $35. A return fare right now is $72. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BKI to LDU by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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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 complete their journey on time.
Central Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is around 8 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near BKI:
Arriving at Lahad Datu Airport (LDU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LDU instead:
Getting from Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) to central Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu Airport to central Lahad Datu has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometers away.
When to fly to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU)
April is the busiest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Lahad Datu in February.
Book your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Lahad Datu Airport for May if you'd like to go to Lahad Datu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BKI to LDU in February if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Lahad Datu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometers north-west of Lahad Datu, a visit to Kota Kinabalu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like DREAM, Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi.
If you're looking to explore another side of Malaysia, head for Sandakan, about 97 kilometers north of Lahad Datu. Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) are among its highlights.