Which airports can I use when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?

Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Sandakan (SDK).

Which airports do connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan pass through?

Most connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan pass through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,941 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at RM 6,648, a difference of RM 1,707. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?

A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan takes 0h 00m, covering 18,319 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 3,714 to RM 36,193. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between London Heathrow Airport and Sandakan?

Sandakan is 7 hours ahead of London Heathrow Airport (Malaysia Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan flight?

Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan range from RM 4,942 to RM 5,466, with an average of RM 5,351 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,942 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of RM 5,474. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) had the shortest average connection time for London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan stopovers at 752 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: RM 4,942-RM 5,466

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Sat, 20 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar

19:20 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

32h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

12:10 - 12:05SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

31h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

RM 3,714Multiple Airlines

Sun, 4 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

09:30 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

42h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

12:10 - 18:45SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

37h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

RM 3,742Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

14:45 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

37h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

09:50 - 05:55SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

28h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

RM 3,885Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

14:45 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

37h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

13:50 - 06:40SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

48h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

RM 4,027Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

14:45 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

37h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

07:35 - 05:55SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

30h 20m3 stops Kota Kinabalu Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

RM 4,031Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

06:00 - 18:20LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

29h 20m3 stops Zurich Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

12:50 - 05:55SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

25h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

RM 4,112Multiple Airlines

Sat, 20 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar

21:25 - 13:05LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

31h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

13:50 - 05:35SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

23h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 4,124Malaysia Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

21:35 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

30h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

13:50 - 15:25SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

33h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 4,153Malaysia Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

21:35 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

30h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

13:50 - 15:25SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

33h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 4,218Malaysia Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

06:00 - 18:20LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

29h 20m3 stops Zurich Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:05 - 05:55SDK Sandakan-LHR London Heathrow

26h 50m3 stops Kota Kinabalu Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

RM 4,299Multiple Airlines

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?

Malaysia Airlines (RM 4,124) offered the cheapest return ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan in the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?
Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Sandakan (SDK).
Which airports do connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan pass through?
Most connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan pass through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,941 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at RM 6,648, a difference of RM 1,707. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?
A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan takes 0h 00m, covering 18,319 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 3,714 to RM 36,193. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between London Heathrow Airport and Sandakan?
Sandakan is 7 hours ahead of London Heathrow Airport (Malaysia Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan flight?
Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan range from RM 4,942 to RM 5,466, with an average of RM 5,351 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,942 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average RM 4,941 – about RM 1,707 less than Thursday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Heathrow Airport to Sandakan trip for January. Fares historically average RM 3,616 return in that month – typically RM 3,092 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sandakan Airport.
- The Pavilion Hotel
- Labuk Hotel

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