The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Sandakan Airport (SDK) in Sandakan, Malaysia is 10,699 kilometers (6,648 miles / 5,777 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Germany with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:34 in Munich, it's 21:34 in Sandakan. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,441 feet between the two airports. Sandakan Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Sandakan (SDK) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 320° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Sandakan Airport (SDK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.