Travelling from Senai Airport (JHB) to Sandakan Airport (SDK): what you need to know
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd love to check out a different city during your journey, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Senai Airport to Sandakan Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kota Kinabalu International Airport is a sought-after stop between JHB and SDK.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from JHB to SDK, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed as you're travelling within Malaysia. As long as you have some other proof of identity, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Senai Airport (JHB) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Senai Airport to Sandakan Airport is 28 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 83 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from JHB to SDK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Senai Airport to Sandakan Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from JHB to SDK every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Senai Airport to Sandakan Airport.
Handy information about Senai Airport (JHB)
Travelling from central Johor Bahru to Senai Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 21 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Senai Airport to Sandakan Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to JHB:
Arriving at Sandakan Airport (SDK)
If you're on a late flight from Senai Airport to Sandakan Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SDK:
Getting from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to central Sandakan
Sandakan Airport to central Sandakan takes about 10 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Senai Airport to Sandakan Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Sandakan in February.
Book your flight from Senai Airport to Sandakan Airport for May if you'd like to visit Sandakan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JHB to SDK in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 29ºC then.
More about Sandakan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Sandakan right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from JHB to SDK:
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sandakan Memorial Park are just two of the major attractions to put on your Sandakan travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
Complete your Sandakan trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Sandakan Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Sandakan.