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

Flights from London to Sandakan may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Sandakan (SDK).

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

Most connecting flights from London 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 to Sandakan?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the London to Sandakan route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,737 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at RM 6,623, a difference of RM 1,887. 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 to Sandakan?

A direct flight from London to Sandakan takes 0h 00m, covering 18,283 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from London 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 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 3,676 to RM 7,465. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from London to Sandakan looking right now?

One-way fares from London to Sandakan are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 2,856, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between London and Sandakan?

Sandakan is 7 hours ahead of London (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 to Sandakan flight?

Return flights from London to Sandakan range from RM 4,759 to RM 5,446, with an average of RM 5,331 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,759 counts as a good deal.

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

Malaysia Airlines (RM 4,146) offered the cheapest return ticket from London to Sandakan in the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of RM 5,454. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

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

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RM 3,676

Typical prices: RM 4,759-RM 5,446

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Typical prices: RM 2,726-RM 3,593

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Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

06:00 - 18:40LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

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RM 3,741Multiple Airlines

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35h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 4,146Malaysia Airlines

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06:25 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

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22:40 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

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RM 4,927Malaysia Airlines

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10:25 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

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Thu, 11 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb

10:25 - 11:25LHR London Heathrow-SDK Sandakan

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What is the cheapest London to Sandakan flight route?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Sandakan (SDK) is the cheapest London to Sandakan route, averaging RM 3,645 return. Other London to Sandakan routes average RM 5,331, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from London to Sandakan?
Flights from London to Sandakan may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Sandakan (SDK).
Which airports do connecting flights from London to Sandakan pass through?
Most connecting flights from London 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 to Sandakan?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the London to Sandakan route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,737 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at RM 6,623, a difference of RM 1,887. 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 to Sandakan?
A direct flight from London to Sandakan takes 0h 00m, covering 18,283 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from London 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 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 3,676 to RM 7,465. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from London to Sandakan looking right now?
One-way fares from London to Sandakan are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 2,856, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between London and Sandakan?
Sandakan is 7 hours ahead of London (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 to Sandakan flight?
Return flights from London to Sandakan range from RM 4,759 to RM 5,446, with an average of RM 5,331 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,759 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average RM 4,737 – about RM 1,887 less than Thursday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Sandakan trip for January. Fares historically average RM 3,603 return in that month – typically RM 3,081 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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