Charter Kota Kinabalu to Lahad Datu privately from US$8,000, about 57 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Lahad Datu (LDU), and from Lahad Datu (LDU) back to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
Kota Kinabalu and Lahad Datu lie approximately 271 km apart (168 mi / 146 nm) on a direct routing.
From RM38,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Kota Kinabalu–Lahad Datu spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (MYR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | RM38,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 47 min | 42 min – 52 min | RM45,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | RM52,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MYR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 57 min | RM38,000 – RM52,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 54 min | RM42,000 – RM56,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MYR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 47 min | RM45,000 – RM63,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 46 min | RM49,000 – RM71,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 45 min | RM54,000 – RM75,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MYR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 45 min | RM52,000 – RM73,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 44 min | RM56,000 – RM80,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 43 min | RM61,000 – RM87,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Kota Kinabalu–Lahad Datu, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia: Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Lahad Datu, Malaysia: Lahad Datu Airport.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Pets are welcome on every Kota Kinabalu–Lahad Datu charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Kota Kinabalu–Lahad Datu quote requests within 60 minutes.
Kota Kinabalu–Lahad Datu is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 57 min in the air over 271 km (168 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Kota Kinabalu–Lahad Datu charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Kota Kinabalu–Lahad Datu charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Lahad Datu to Kota Kinabalu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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