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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sandakan. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 May 2026.

Fri 13/1114:15

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 50m

Malaysia Airlines

Tue 17/1113:50

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 50m

Malaysia Airlines

Deal found 20/5RM 515

Tue 2/610:25

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop3h 00m

Malaysia Airlines

Sat 6/614:10

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop3h 00m

Malaysia Airlines

Deal found 19/5RM 519

Sat 26/908:35

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 45m

Multiple Airlines

Mon 28/918:30

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 21/5RM 523

Thu 2/715:25

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 55m

AirAsia

Sun 5/721:30

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 45m

AirAsia

Deal found 18/5RM 527

Wed 1/706:15

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 50m

AirAsia

Mon 6/711:45

SDK

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KUL

Nonstop2h 45m

AirAsia

Deal found 22/5RM 531

Fri 17/715:25

KUL

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SDK

Nonstop2h 55m

AirAsia

Sun 19/718:45

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 55m

AirAsia

Deal found 22/5RM 535

Mon 20/708:35

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 45m

AirAsia

Fri 24/711:45

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 45m

AirAsia

Deal found 22/5RM 539

Thu 9/706:15

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 50m

AirAsia

Wed 15/709:40

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 50m

AirAsia

Deal found 20/5RM 543

Sun 9/818:20

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 45m

AirAsia

Wed 12/818:45

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 55m

AirAsia

Deal found 19/5RM 547

Mon 6/708:35

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 45m

AirAsia

Thu 9/711:45

SDK

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 45m

AirAsia

Deal found 17/5RM 551

Fri 7/806:15

KUL

-

SDK

Nonstop2h 50m

AirAsia

Mon 10/821:30

SDK

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KUL

Nonstop2h 45m

AirAsia

Deal found 19/5RM 555

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Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 18/7

15:25-18:20

Nonstop2h 55m

Sandakan

Mon 20/7

18:45-21:40

Nonstop2h 55m

RM 535

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 7/8

06:15-09:05

Nonstop2h 50m

Sandakan

Mon 10/8

21:30-00:15

Nonstop2h 45m

RM 543

Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 9/8

18:20-21:05

Nonstop2h 45m

Sandakan

Fri 14/8

21:30-00:15

Nonstop2h 45m

RM 570

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 12/7

08:35-11:20

Nonstop2h 45m

Sandakan

Wed 22/7

18:45-21:40

Nonstop2h 55m

RM 570

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 25/6

06:15-09:05

Nonstop2h 50m

Sandakan

Tue 7/7

11:45-14:30

Nonstop2h 45m

RM 614

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 24/8

06:15-09:05

Nonstop2h 50m

Sandakan

Mon 31/8

21:30-00:15

Nonstop2h 45m

RM 630

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 19/6

15:25-18:20

Nonstop2h 55m

Sandakan

Mon 22/6

18:30-21:20

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 642

Cheapest one-way

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 17/7

06:15-09:05

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 277

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 16/8

06:15-09:05

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 281

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 1/7

06:15-09:05

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 285

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Deals found on 17/5

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Sandakan

See what other customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines,AirAsia, andBatik Air to Malaysia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

6.8

Okay

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

5.9

Fair

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

FAQ about direct flights to Sandakan

How much are direct flights to Sandakan?
On average, a one-way direct flight to Sandakan will cost users approximately RM 218. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Sandakan, you can expect to pay around RM 395.
Which airlines fly direct to Sandakan?
At the moment, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, MASwings, Firefly offer direct flights to Sandakan. AirAsia is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Sandakan.
How long is a direct flight to Sandakan?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Sandakan to last approximately 1h 45m on average. The quickest direct flight to Sandakan at this time departs from Kota Kinabalu (0h 45m), while the longest leaves from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (2h 45m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct to Sandakan?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Sandakan, November is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. January may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Sandakan, when demand is typically at its lowest.
What is the most popular direct flight origin to Sandakan?
Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Sandakan is Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. A return direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sandakan typically costs around RM 464.

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