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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.

6.0

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.

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 214. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Sandakan, you can expect to pay around RM 377.
Which airlines fly direct to Sandakan?
At the moment, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, Firefly, MASwings 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 425.

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