Travelling from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Sandakan Airport (SDK): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your LGK to SDK flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Langkawi International Airport to Sandakan Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a popular stopover on the LGK to SDK route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Langkawi International Airport to Sandakan Airport flight is 38 €. A round-trip fare right now is 84 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LGK to SDK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Langkawi International Airport to Sandakan Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LGK to SDK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Langkawi International Airport to Sandakan Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
62.68% of flights taking off from Langkawi International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Langkawi International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Langkawi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Langkawi International Airport to Sandakan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LGK:
Arriving at Sandakan Airport (SDK)
If you're getting in on a late Langkawi International Airport to Sandakan Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SDK:
Pick up a Sandakan Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Hertz and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Sandakan and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sandakan Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to central Sandakan
Sandakan Airport to central Sandakan has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
The quietest month for a flight from Langkawi International Airport to Sandakan Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sandakan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Langkawi International Airport to Sandakan Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Sandakan, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGK to SDK in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Sandakan has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres west of Sandakan, a trip to Kota Kinabalu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like DREAM, Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi.
Around 177 kilometres south of Sandakan, Tawau is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..