How much are direct flights to Sandakan?

On average, a one-way direct flight to Sandakan will cost users approximately RM 414. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Sandakan, you can expect to pay around RM 268.

Which airlines fly direct to Sandakan?

At the moment, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, 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, May is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. April 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 559.

At the moment, the best time to book a non-stop flight to Sandakan is in May with an average price of RM 67. If you're looking to fly direct to Sandakan in March, expect to pay the most, with an average price of RM 96. Keep in mind that different factors like airlines, departure airports, and times can affect the cost of your flight, so it's a good idea to compare these to find the best deal.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sandakan ranges from 110.0 - 450.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 450.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Sandakan when rainfall is around 110.0 mm.

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Wed 30/718:35KUL - SDK

Nonstop2h 45mAirAsia

Tue 5/817:30SDK - KUL

Nonstop2h 45mAirAsia

Deal found 13/7RM 319

Wed 13/813:30KUL - SDK

Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 20/817:15SDK - KUL

Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/7RM 374

Wed 27/813:30KUL - SDK

Nonstop2h 50mBatik Air

Wed 3/917:20SDK - KUL

Nonstop2h 50mBatik Air

Deal found 13/7RM 434

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Wed 30/718:35KUL - SDK

Nonstop2h 45mAirAsia

Tue 5/817:30SDK - KUL

Nonstop2h 45mAirAsia

Deal found 13/7RM 319

Wed 13/813:30KUL - SDK

Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 20/817:15SDK - KUL

Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/7RM 374

Wed 27/813:30KUL - SDK

Nonstop2h 50mBatik Air

Wed 3/917:20SDK - KUL

Nonstop2h 50mBatik Air

Deal found 13/7RM 434

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 31/10

13:55-16:50

Nonstop2h 55m

Sandakan

Tue 4/11

21:40-00:25

Nonstop2h 45m

RM 315

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 13/8

13:30-16:20

Nonstop2h 50m

Sandakan

Wed 20/8

17:15-20:00

Nonstop2h 45m

RM 374

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 27/8

13:30-16:20

Nonstop2h 50m

Sandakan

Wed 3/9

17:20-20:10

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 434

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 26/12

14:15-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

Sandakan

Mon 29/12

17:50-20:40

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 544

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 4/10

14:10-17:05

Nonstop2h 55m

RM 157

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 25/11

07:00-09:50

Nonstop2h 50m

RM 174

Kuala LumpurSandakan

KUL - SDK

KULSDK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 17/9

14:50-17:45

Nonstop2h 55m

RM 315

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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

269 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

269 reviews

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

269 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

AirAsia

6.7

Okay

208 reviews

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

269 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Batik Air

5.9

Fair

72 reviews

Malaysia Airlines

7.4

Good

269 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Temperature and rainfall in Sandakan by month

SDK Temperature	26 - 28 °C

SDK

Temperature

26 - 28 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sandakan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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 414. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Sandakan, you can expect to pay around RM 268.
Which airlines fly direct to Sandakan?
At the moment, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, 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, May is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. April 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 559.

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