Flying from Singapore to Sandakan Airport (SDK): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Singapore. Explore your options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when planning your flight from Singapore to Sandakan Airport (SDK).
Sandakan Airport is located in Sandakan. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Singapore.
Your flight from Singapore to SDK won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Singapore to SDK even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is an option when flying out of Changi International Airport (SIN).
SIN is about 21 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Changi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Sandakan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Changi International Airport, 68.95% touch down on time at their destination.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
XSP is around 19 kilometres from central Singapore. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Singapore to SDK flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Seletar Airport:
About Sandakan Airport (SDK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Singapore to Sandakan Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SDK instead:
Set yourself up with a Sandakan Airport rental car from top providers like Hertz or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Sandakan and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Singapore to Sandakan Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
Right now, RM316 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Sandakan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM512. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Singapore to SDK if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Affordable Singapore to Sandakan Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Singapore to Sandakan Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Singapore to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Sandakan. August is when most people book flights from Singapore to Sandakan Airport (SDK), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Singapore to SDK plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Sandakan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Singapore to Sandakan Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Sandakan
Start your Sandakan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Singapore to Sandakan Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Sandakan when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary (Pusat Pemulihan Orangutan) followed by Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Sandakan, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 225 kilometres west to Kota Kinabalu to tick off its leading sights. From Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park to Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Malaysia, consider Tawau, roughly 177 kilometres south of Sandakan. D'mount kinabalu adventure, Jungleland and Hot Springs Tawau are key highlights.
