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July
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MNL  Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport-SDK Sandakan
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SDK  Sandakan-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Manila to Sandakan flights

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

Flights via Kota Kinabalu (BKI) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of RM 980. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Kota Kinabalu (BKI) had the shortest average connection time for Manila to Sandakan stopovers at 7h 51m over the past 3 months.

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Key details for Manila to Sandakan flights

Low season

January
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travellers.

When to book flights from Manila to Sandakan

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manila to Sandakan based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Manila to Sandakan flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manila 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manila to Sandakan flight?

    Return flights from Manila to Sandakan range from RM 992 to RM 1,171, with an average of RM 1,121 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 992 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manila to Sandakan?

    Flights from Manila to Sandakan usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and arrive at Sandakan (SDK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manila to Sandakan pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Manila to Sandakan pass through Kota Kinabalu (BKI), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manila to Sandakan?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Manila to Sandakan. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 1,004 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at RM 2,323, a difference of RM 1,319.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Your guide to booking Manila to Sandakan flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average RM 1,004, which is about RM 1,319 less than Thursday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manila to Sandakan trip for July. Fares historically average RM 572 return in that month – typically RM 1,751 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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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