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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight to Sandakan Airport? If you want to travel to Sandakan Airport next month, round-trip fares start from $1,070. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Sandakan.$1,070 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 17, returning Sun, May 24.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, May 17, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departing from Sandakan on Sun, May 24, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,070, select.

Sandakan.$2,182 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 16, returning Sun, Apr 19.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Wichita Mid-Continent on Thu, Apr 16, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Sandakan on Sun, Apr 19, arriving in Wichita Mid-Continent.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,182, select.

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Airports near Sandakan

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Sandakan?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Sandakan. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,070.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Sandakan?

The cheapest month to fly to Sandakan is usually May.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sandakan?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sandakan but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Sandakan Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between United States and Sandakan Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are round-trip flights to Sandakan?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Sandakan is $1,070. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Sandakan Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Sandakan Airport is Sunday, May 17, 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Sandakan?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sandakan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with to Sandakan?

Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sandakan.

Flying to Sandakan

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$803
Cheapest month to fly	June

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How to find cheap flights to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

$1,070 is currently the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Sandakan Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to SDK, the lowest fare is $803.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification on the app if the price of tickets to SDK goes up or down.
Score a bargain on tickets to Sandakan, where Sandakan Airport is located, by booking as early as possible. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a wider range of flights to choose from.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' when searching to increase your chances of landing cheap flights to Sandakan. Doing this will give you more choices for where you take off and touch down, as well as different prices.
Search for plane tickets to Sandakan Airport that have a stop or two. Taking the scenic route can help you save. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Sandakan

The cheapest month to hop on a flight to Sandakan is typically May.
To find the cheapest month or even day for flights to SDK, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
If you want to experience Sandakan at its liveliest, book your flights to SDK for August. Traveling during high seasons often means more things to do than at other times.
Travel in February if you'd prefer to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Sandakan are typically less expensive.
The weather can make or break your vacation, so consider the type of conditions you prefer to travel in. Sandakan is warmest in May, with averages of between 75ºF and 88ºF.
Temperatures are at their lowest in February, when they range from 73ºF to 84ºF.
Hoping for clearer skies? February is the driest month in Sandakan, averaging 17 days of rain.
The wettest time of year is June. Plan your trip then and you'll likely get around 27 days of rainfall.

Flying to Sandakan Airport (SDK): What you need to know

Get to Sandakan in a single journey. These are some of the leading airlines offering direct flights to Sandakan Airport:
Consider booking your SDK plane ticket with Firefly. It's the carrier with the fewest delays, with up to 86% of flights into this hub landing on time.
You'll be arriving in the UTC+8 timezone at SDK.
Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Sandakan Airport. Check in to one of these after your flight to SDK:
Why wait for public transport? Grab a car rental in SDK and start exploring Sandakan and beyond straight away. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz or Avis.
Flights taking off from Sandakan Airport reach their destination as scheduled 74% of the time. This percentage tells you how the airport generally performs in terms of punctuality.
Sandakan Airport is located in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia.

Getting to central Sandakan from Sandakan Airport (SDK)

SDK is located about 4 miles from central Sandakan.
You'll reach the center in around 10 minutes if you're catching a cab or a ride-share after your flight to SDK.
If you're eager to stay close to all the action in Sandakan, drop your bags at one of these comfy hotels:

Sandakan highlights

Jump off your flight to Sandakan and make your way to these must-see attractions:
- Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary (Pusat Pemulihan Orangutan): A classic place to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is around 8 miles west of the city center.
- MZA Garden: Here's where you can press pause for a moment when exploring Sandakan. This park is roughly 8 miles north-west of the center.
- Sandakan Rainforest Park: Take on this landmark next. Around 1 mile north-east of the city center, it's also worth a visit to get the full Sandakan experience.

How to get to Lahad Datu from Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Setting out for the nearby city of Lahad Datu? It's about 100 miles from SDK. Give yourself around 2 hours 55 minutes to drive to the center.

Traveling from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Taganak

Taganak is another city that you can easily get to from Sandakan Airport. It's about 20 miles away.

Explore more of Malaysia

Feel like exploring more? Kota Kinabalu is a must-do while you're in Malaysia. It's around 140 miles west of Sandakan and features Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd.. The most convenient airport for this city is Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
Tawau is another top destination in Malaysia and is roughly 110 miles south of Sandakan. Get right to the good parts at attractions like D'mount kinabalu adventure, Rainforest Waterfall and Tawau Hill Park (Table Waterfall). Tawau Airport (TWU) is the main hub serving this city.
Say yes to more adventures in Lahad Datu. Roughly 60 miles south of Sandakan, Danum River, Masjid Al-Mubarak, Kg Wawasan 2 and HAPPY WONDERLAND are reasons to go.