The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Sandakan Airport (SDK) in Sandakan, Malaysia is 1,846 kilometers (1,147 miles / 997 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 79°.

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 a domestic route within Malaysia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 21:36 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 21:36 in Sandakan.

The return flight from Sandakan (SDK) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 260° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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