Flights Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan

Cheap flights Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan

Below you can see the best deals on flights Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 4 August, from AED 228.

Top 10 cheap flights Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan

Direct flights Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan

Direct flight options for Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by AirAsia — travel time is 2 h 50 min.

Top 10 direct flights Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan

About the Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan flight

On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Kuala Lumpur to Sandakan. This 1,843 km flight operates regularly, with about 29 flights available per week. To plan your logistics, we recommend checking in advance how to get to the departure airport.

Flights on this route are served by AK, MH, and OD. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time; use our price trend chart to find the best deals. Information is also available on how to get from Sandakan airport to the city after arrival.

Return route:return route: flights Sandakan → Kuala Lumpur

Flight schedule Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan

The table shows direct flights Kuala Lumpur → Sandakan on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 45 min. Regular flights are operated by AirAsia, Malaysia Airline, Batik Air (Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd dba Batik Air Malaysia) and Japan Airlines. Departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport airports, arrivals at Sandakan Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 141 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 300 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Kuala Lumpur → Sandakan, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 307	medium	May	AED 267	low	Sep	AED 262	low
Feb	AED 362	high	Jun	AED 312	medium	Oct	AED 267	low
Mar	AED 302	medium	Jul	AED 372	high	Nov	AED 297	medium
Apr	AED 272	low	Aug	AED 367	high	Dec	AED 357	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate in Sandakan is consistently hot, though the wettest months are November, December, and January, when rainfall exceeds 330 mm. The highest temperatures, reaching up to 30.4°C, are typically recorded in May.

From a budget perspective, it is most advantageous to plan your flight for November, when ticket prices start AED 141. Prices peak in February, with minimum fares starting AED 284.

April is considered the optimal time for a trip: it is one of the driest months of the year with moderate ticket costs. To save money, it is best to avoid periods with unusually high prices at the start of the year.

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How to get the best deal on a Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan ticket

Low-cost carriers like AirAsia (AK) dominate this route, so basic fares often do not include checked baggage — check the carriage conditions before paying.
The cheapest tickets are usually available for mid-week flights (Tuesday or Wednesday), while Friday and Sunday departures tend to be more expensive.
To find the best price for this 1,843 km flight, use the low-price calendar on this page, as the difference between adjacent dates can be more than AED 101.
A direct flight from Kuala Lumpur lasts about 2 hours and 45 minutes; connecting flights on this route are usually not cost-effective.

Airlines

There are approximately 29 flights per week on the Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan route. The majority of flights are operated by AirAsia (AK), Malaysia Airlines (MH), and Malindo Air (OD), offering mostly direct services. You can find detailed information about departure schedules and connection options in the interactive list below: click on an airline card to see the available days of the week.

AirAsiaAK
17x/week
WebsiteFleet: 10523.9M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SDK17x/week
  Duration
  2h 50m
  Days
  un,MonS
59.8%Open →
Malaysia AirlineMH
9x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8916.6M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SDK9x/week
  Duration
  2h 58m
  Days
  un,MonS
32.2%Open →
Batik Air (Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd dba Batik Air Malaysia)OD
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 355M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SDK1x/week
  Duration
  2h 50m
  Days
  un,MonS
2.3%Open →
Japan AirlinesJL
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14540M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SDK1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.1%Open →
FireflyFY
1x/week
Fleet: 142M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SDK1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.1%Open →
Qatar AirwaysQR
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SDK1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.1%Open →
Turkish AirlinesTK
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SDK1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.1%Open →
Oman AirWY
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 325.4M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SDK1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.1%Open →

Cities and airports on the Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan route

Flights Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and arrive at Sandakan Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

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Kuala Lumpur

KUL

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Sandakan

SDK

Malaysia

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Malaysia

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Kuala Lumpur International AirportKUL
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Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah AirportSZB
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Sandakan AirportSDK
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Frequently asked questions about the Kuala Lumpur — Sandakan flight

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sandakan?

A direct flight takes an average of 2 hours and 45 minutes. Travel time may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and the chosen airline.

Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by AirAsia (AK), Malaysia Airlines (MH), and Malindo Air (OD). International partners offering connecting options may also appear in the list of carriers.

Are there direct flights?

Yes, there is an intensive direct air service between the cities. There are approximately 29 non-stop flights per week.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

All flights from the capital arrive at Sandakan Airport (SDK), which is located approximately 13 kilometers from the city center.

Is a visa required for Russian citizens?

For tourist trips to Malaysia for up to 30 days, citizens of the Russian Federation do not require a visa. A passport valid for at least 6 months is sufficient.

Where else you can fly from Kuala Lumpur

Kota Kinabalu∙22 July

Where else you can fly to Sandakan from

Kota Kinabalu∙18 July

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