The flight distance from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India to Sandakan Airport (SDK) in Sandakan, Malaysia is 4,486 kilometers (2,788 miles / 2,422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 101°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:08 in Hyderabad, it's 02:38 in Sandakan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,978 feet between the two airports. Sandakan Airport sits lower than Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad.

The return flight from Sandakan (SDK) to Hyderabad (HYD) follows a heading of 290° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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