$496 Cheap Flights to Sandakan in 2026

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12:10 am - 1:05 pm

SFO

SDK

45h 55m

2 stops

6:30 pm - 4:00 pm

SDK

SFO

60h 30m

2 stops

$1,109Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 29

11:40 pm - 1:05 pm

SFO

SDK

46h 25m

2 stops

7:20 pm - 6:35 am

SDK

SFO

26h 15m

3 stops

$1,243Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 29

11:55 pm - 5:45 pm

LAX

SDK

26h 50m

2 stops

6:30 pm - 1:45 pm

SDK

LAX

34h 15m

2 stops

$1,355Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jul 18 - Sun, Aug 2

2:20 pm - 1:25 pm

LAX

SDK

32h 05m

3 stops

2:10 pm - 12:50 pm

SDK

LAX

37h 40m

3 stops

$1,417Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jul 18 - Sun, Aug 2

12:15 am - 5:45 pm

LAX

SDK

26h 30m

2 stops

2:10 pm - 12:50 pm

SDK

LAX

37h 40m

3 stops

$1,450Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jul 17 - Sun, Aug 2

4:20 pm - 1:25 pm

LAX

SDK

30h 05m

2 stops

2:10 pm - 2:00 pm

SDK

LAX

38h 50m

2 stops

$1,476Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jul 18 - Mon, Aug 3

11:40 am - 1:05 pm

SFO

SDK

57h 25m

2 stops

1:50 pm - 4:20 pm

SDK

SFO

42h 30m

2 stops

$1,518Malaysia Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

9:45 pm - 1:05 pm

SFO

SDK

47h 20m

2 stops

1:50 pm - 4:20 pm

SDK

SFO

42h 30m

2 stops

$1,650Malaysia Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

10:45 pm - 1:05 pm

SFO

SDK

47h 20m

2 stops

6:30 pm - 1:35 pm

SDK

SFO

34h 05m

2 stops

$1,723Malaysia Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 29

8:40 pm - 5:45 pm

LAX

SDK

78h 05m

3 stops

6:30 pm - 2:00 pm

SDK

LAX

34h 30m

2 stops

$12,415Qatar Airways

Sat, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 4

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Return

Price

San FranciscoSandakan

SFO - SDK

SFOSDK

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

12:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops45h 55m

Sandakan

Sun 3/29

6:30 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops60h 30m

$1,109

San FranciscoSandakan

SFO - SDK

SFOSDK

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

11:40 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops46h 25m

Sandakan

Sun 3/29

7:20 pm-6:35 am

3 stops26h 15m

$1,243

Los AngelesSandakan

LAX - SDK

LAXSDK

Los Angeles

Sat 7/18

11:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Sandakan

Sun 8/2

6:30 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$1,355

Los AngelesSandakan

LAX - SDK

LAXSDK

Los Angeles

Sat 7/18

2:20 pm-1:25 pm

3 stops32h 05m

Sandakan

Sun 8/2

2:10 pm-12:50 pm

3 stops37h 40m

$1,417

Los AngelesSandakan

LAX - SDK

LAXSDK

Los Angeles

Fri 7/17

12:15 am-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Sandakan

Sun 8/2

2:10 pm-12:50 pm

3 stops37h 40m

$1,450

Los AngelesSandakan

LAX - SDK

LAXSDK

Los Angeles

Sat 7/18

4:20 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Sandakan

Mon 8/3

2:10 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops38h 50m

$1,476

San FranciscoSandakan

SFO - SDK

SFOSDK

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

11:40 am-1:05 pm

2 stops57h 25m

Sandakan

Sun 3/8

1:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$1,518

San FranciscoSandakan

SFO - SDK

SFOSDK

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

9:45 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops47h 20m

Sandakan

Sun 3/8

1:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$1,650

San FranciscoSandakan

SFO - SDK

SFOSDK

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

10:45 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops47h 20m

Sandakan

Sun 3/29

6:30 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$1,723

Los AngelesSandakan

LAX - SDK

LAXSDK

Los Angeles

Sat 3/28

8:40 pm-5:45 pm

3 stops78h 05m

Sandakan

Sat 4/4

6:30 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$12,415

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Sandakan flights insights and trends

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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 36h 15m and , respectively.

Cheap Sandakan flight deals and tips

Summary info about Sandakan flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$496
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,109
Fastest flight time	49h 00m

The best one-way flight price to Sandakan from United States in the last 72 hours is $496 (San Francisco to Sandakan).

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The best round-trip flight price to Sandakan from United States in the last 72 hours is $1,109 (San Francisco to Sandakan).

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The fastest flight to Sandakan from United States takes 49h 00m (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 $24/pp from Kota Kinabalu, which is 24% 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 January 2026.

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.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Sandakan?

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.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Sandakan right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Sandakan are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.