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£470+ Cheap flights to Sandakan

— SDK
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sandakan in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sandakan

Wed 11/1116:30 -
2 stops34h 55m
Sun 15/1119:20 -
2 stops53h 00m
Deal found 28/10£964
Sun 13/1208:40 -
2 stops25h 55m
Sun 20/1219:20 -
2 stops30h 50m
Deal found 29/10£1,030
Sat 12/1213:55 -
2 stops37h 30m
Sat 19/1219:20 -
2 stops43h 20m
Deal found 28/10£1,089
Wed 11/1121:25 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sun 15/1119:20 -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 28/10£1,112

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Return from

£821

One-way from

£343
31/3-12/4
  • 31/3-12/4
  • 6 total stops
  • 91h 45m total
  • London to Sandakan
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6/4-31/12
  • 6/4-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 55m total
  • London to Sandakan
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LondonSandakan

LHR London Heathrow - SDK Sandakan

LHRSDK

London Heathrow

Thu 31/12

22:30-11:35

2 stops53h 05m

Sandakan

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£470

LondonSandakan

LHR London Heathrow - SDK Sandakan

LHRSDK

London Heathrow

Wed 3/3

19:20-11:25

2 stops32h 05m

Sandakan

Wed 10/3

12:10-06:40

2 stops26h 30m

£831

LondonSandakan

LHR London Heathrow - SDK Sandakan

LHRSDK

London Heathrow

Thu 11/2

13:55-13:30

2 stops39h 35m

Sandakan

Fri 19/2

12:10-12:05

2 stops31h 55m

£859

LondonSandakan

LHR London Heathrow - SDK Sandakan

LHRSDK

London Heathrow

Thu 1/4

06:00-17:45

3 stops28h 45m

Sandakan

Mon 12/4

18:30-13:15

2 stops25h 45m

£922

LondonSandakan

LHR London Heathrow - SDK Sandakan

LHRSDK

London Heathrow

Wed 11/11

16:30-11:25

2 stops34h 55m

Sandakan

Sun 15/11

19:20-16:20

2 stops53h 00m

£964

LondonSandakan

LHR London Heathrow - SDK Sandakan

LHRSDK

London Heathrow

Sat 12/12

13:55-11:25

2 stops37h 30m

Sandakan

Sat 19/12

19:20-06:40

2 stops43h 20m

£1,089

LondonSandakan

LHR London Heathrow - SDK Sandakan

LHRSDK

London Heathrow

Thu 11/2

21:25-13:30

1 stop32h 05m

Sandakan

Fri 19/2

12:10-05:35

1 stop25h 25m

£1,100

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sandakan

How long is the flight to Sandakan?

On average, a flight from London to Sandakan takes 34 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Sandakan from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sandakan?

The most popular airline flying from London to Sandakan is Malaysia Airlines.

Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
From £716

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sandakan?

The cheapest airline flying from London to Sandakan is Malaysia Airlines.

Rainfall in Sandakan by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sandakan ranges from 110.0 - 450.0 inches 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.

Temperature in Sandakan by month

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sandakan

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Malaysia Airlines to Malaysia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
321 reviews
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Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Sept 2026

SYD - KUL

All good. Except I found the the economy seats were pretty hard. Minimal padding. A330-900 neo
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
321 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
321 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Sept 2026

SYD - KUL

All good. Except I found the the economy seats were pretty hard. Minimal padding. A330-900 neo

FAQs about flying to Sandakan

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sandakan?

    Travelers will need to book flights to Sandakan (SDK) if they wish to fly to Sandakan. The Sandakan airport is 5.8 mi from the city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sandakan if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sandakan on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sandakan?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Malaysia Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sandakan.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sandakan?

    Sandakan is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sandakan. One-way flights to Sandakan typically cost £50, while return flights cost around £33.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sandakan depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sandakan, London offers the quickest one-way flight (34 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Sandakan have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Sandakan can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Sandakan?

    Yes. Sandakan has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 98 Homestay Sandakan is the closest property to Sandakan (0.0 mi away from Sandakan).

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