Lahad Datu (LDU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) flights
One airline flies nonstop from Lahad Datu (LDU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI): MAXjet. The two airports are 168 miles (271 km) apart. There are also 1 way to fly it with one stop, through Sandakan.
Airlines flying nonstop from LDU to BKI
- MYMAXjetNot in an alliance
LDU to BKI with one stop
1 connection, most direct first. 2-stop routings and flight times are in Routes with Pro.
- Via Sandakan (SDK)MAXjet, then AirAsiaMY

LDU to BKI: common questions
Which airlines fly nonstop from LDU to BKI?
MAXjet flies nonstop from Lahad Datu (LDU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
How far is Lahad Datu from Kota Kinabalu by plane?
Lahad Datu (LDU) and Kota Kinabalu (BKI) are 168 miles (271 km) apart along the great circle, the shortest path a flight can take. Connections add distance on top.
How many miles does LDU to BKI cost?
It depends on the program: each prices the route from its own chart or dynamically. The Award Flight Pricer compares 30+ programs for LDU to BKI with taxes and fees.
Where can I connect between Lahad Datu and Kota Kinabalu?
The most direct connections are through Sandakan (SDK).
More routes
Routes are scheduled nonstop flights. The route data is refreshed monthly; this list was last checked November 11, 2026. Seasonal routes and new launches can be missing or end early, so confirm with the airline before you book. Distances are great-circle, the shortest path between the two airports.