Flying from London to Sandakan Airport (SDK): What you need to know
Take your pick of multiple airports when organising a flight from London to Sandakan Airport (SDK). Check out your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The timezone in Sandakan is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London. Sandakan Airport is located in Sandakan.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from London to SDK.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from London to SDK, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London to Sandakan Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SDK flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Sandakan Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Sandakan Airport (SDK)
Consider booking a hotel close to SDK if you have a late flight from London to Sandakan Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Sandakan Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Hertz and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Sandakan and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your London to Sandakan Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
Right now, Rs99,378 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Sandakan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs197,062. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to SDK. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap London to Sandakan Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Save on your flight from London to Sandakan Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Sandakan. August is when most people book flights from London to Sandakan Airport (SDK), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your London to SDK flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Sandakan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Sandakan Airport in February when temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC.
More about Sandakan
Start your Sandakan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Sandakan Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary (Pusat Pemulihan Orangutan), Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park are leading attractions which should be on any good Sandakan itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Sandakan has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres west of Sandakan, a visit to Kota Kinabalu will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd..
Tawau is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometres south of Sandakan. No trip is complete without a visit to D'mount kinabalu adventure, Jungleland and Hot Springs Tawau.
