Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
The timezone in Kota Kinabalu is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Ho Chi Minh City.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SGN to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SGN and BKI:
Penang International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
At the moment, ر.ق. 230 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 444. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SGN to BKI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Of the departures from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 66.42% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Tan Son Nhat International Airport from central Ho Chi Minh City, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SGN? If you've booked an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Kota Kinabalu's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Kota Kinabalu International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SGN to BKI in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 225 kilometres east to Sandakan to tick off its popular sights. From Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tawau is another must-experience destination in Malaysia and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. No trip is complete without experiencing Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..
