FUK
Fukuoka
Japan
3,334 km
2,072 miles
SDK
Sandakan
Malaysia
Distance
3,334 km
2,072 mi / 1,800 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
205°
south southwest

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FUK SDK
Airport Name Fukuoka Airport Sandakan Airport
IATA Code FUK SDK
ICAO Code RJFF WBKS
City Fukuoka Sandakan
Country Japan Malaysia
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Asia/Kuching
Elevation 32 ft 46 ft
Coordinates 33.590000, 130.450000 5.900000, 118.060000

Fukuoka (FUK) to Sandakan (SDK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan to Sandakan Airport (SDK) in Sandakan, Malaysia is 3,334 kilometers (2,072 miles / 1,800 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Japan with Malaysia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:43 in Fukuoka, it's 20:43 in Sandakan.

The return flight from Sandakan (SDK) to Fukuoka (FUK) follows a heading of 21° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Fukuoka Airport (FUK) and Sandakan Airport (SDK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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