What is the cheapest way to get from Basilan Island to Sandakan?

The cheapest way to get from Basilan Island to Sandakan is to car ferry which costs RM 170 - RM 360 and takes 18h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basilan Island to Sandakan?

The fastest way to get from Basilan Island to Sandakan is to car ferry and fly which takes 11h 13m and costs RM 900 - RM 2000.

Is there a direct ferry between Basilan Island and Sandakan?

No, there is no direct ferry from Basilan Island to Sandakan. However, there are services departing from Isabela and arriving at Sandakan Harbour via Zamboanga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 40m.

How far is it from Basilan Island to Sandakan?

The distance between Basilan Island and Sandakan is 531 km.

How long does it take to get from Basilan Island to Sandakan?

It takes approximately 18h 40m to get from Basilan Island to Sandakan, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Sandakan?

There are 213+ hotels available in Sandakan.

Basilan Island to Sandakan - 2 ways to travel via car ferry, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Basilan Island to Sandakan by car ferry or plane

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Car ferry
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1. Take the carferry from Isabela to Zamboangacarferry
2. Take the carferry from Zamboanga to Sandakan Harbourcarferry
18h 40m
RM 177–356
Car ferry, fly
1. Take the carferry from Isabela to Zamboangacarferry
2. Fly from Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane ZAM - SDK
11h 13m
RM 941–1,957

Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) to Sandakan Airport (SDK) flights

12Weekly Planes

7h 45mAverage Duration

RM 598Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Basilan Island to Sandakan.

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Distance: 531.3 km
Duration: 18h 40m

What companies run services between Basilan Island, Philippines and Sandakan, Malaysia?

You can take a vehicle from Basilan Island to Sandakan via Isabela, Zamboanga, and Sandakan Harbour in around 18h 40m.

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