$1,299 Cheap Flights to Sandakan in 2025/26

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2:20 pm - 1:05 pmLAX-SDK

55h 45m2 stops

1:50 pm - 9:25 pmSDK-LAX

46h 35m2 stops

$1,299Malaysia Airlines

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Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Mar 12

8:40 pm - 1:05 pmBOS-SDK

51h 25m2 stops

1:50 pm - 1:55 pmSDK-BOS

37h 05m2 stops

$1,321Malaysia Airlines

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Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

3:00 pm - 5:05 pmSFO-SDK

34h 05m2 stops

1:50 pm - 12:40 pmSDK-SFO

38h 50m2 stops

$1,473Malaysia Airlines

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Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 26

10:10 am - 1:05 pmDFW-SDK

60h 55m2 stops

1:50 pm - 3:00 pmSDK-DFW

39h 10m2 stops

$1,494Malaysia Airlines

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Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 5

10:10 am - 5:05 pmDFW-SDK

64h 55m2 stops

1:50 pm - 12:40 pmSDK-DFW

36h 50m2 stops

$1,506Malaysia Airlines

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Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 5

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Return

Price

Los AngelesSandakan

LAX - SDK

LAXSDK

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

2:20 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops55h 45m

Sandakan

Thu 3/12

1:50 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops46h 35m

$1,299

BostonSandakan

BOS - SDK

BOSSDK

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 3/4

8:40 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops51h 25m

Sandakan

Sun 3/8

1:50 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$1,321

San FranciscoSandakan

SFO - SDK

SFOSDK

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

3:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Sandakan

Thu 2/26

1:50 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops38h 50m

$1,473

DallasSandakan

DFW - SDK

DFWSDK

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/1

10:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops60h 55m

Sandakan

Thu 3/5

1:50 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$1,494

DallasSandakan

DFW - SDK

DFWSDK

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/1

10:10 am-5:05 pm

2 stops64h 55m

Sandakan

Thu 3/5

1:50 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$1,506

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How long does it take to fly to Sandakan?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or Miami, and flying into Sandakan, then you can expect flight times to average 42h 10m and , respectively.

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Summary info about Sandakan flight prices, duration and airlines

Best Round-Trip Price	$1,299
Fastest flight time	34h 05m

The best round-trip flight price to Sandakan from United States in the last 72 hours is $1,299 (Los Angeles to Sandakan).

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The fastest flight to Sandakan from United States takes 34h 05m (San Francisco to Sandakan).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Sandakan

Is there an alternative airport near Sandakan?

Those flying to Sandakan could potentially find better pricing at Lahad Datu Airport (58 mi from Sandakan city center) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Sandakan?

You can find deals at Lahad Datu Airport for $31 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Sandakan?

The best price found on momondo to Sandakan was $27/pp from Kota Kinabalu, which is 12% cheaper than the average flight price to Sandakan. To find the cheapest price to Sandakan from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Sandakan Airport?

Prices for flights to Sandakan Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Sandakan Airport?

The number of operators available for flights to Sandakan Airport is 3 as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Sandakan Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Sandakan Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sandakan Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Sandakan Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Sandakan.

Can I find flights to Sandakan with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Sandakan to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Sandakan?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Sandakan, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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