What is the cheapest way to get from Sandakan to Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Sandakan to Brisbane is to fly and train which costs $600 - $2,200 and takes 17h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sandakan to Brisbane?

The fastest way to get from Sandakan to Brisbane is to fly which takes 15h 37m and costs $550 - $2,100.

How far is it from Sandakan to Brisbane?

The distance between Sandakan and Brisbane is 5308 km.

How long does it take to get from Sandakan to Brisbane?

It takes approximately 15h 37m to get from Sandakan to Brisbane, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Sandakan and Brisbane?

Brisbane is 2h ahead of Sandakan. It is currently 7:57 AM in Sandakan and 9:57 AM in Brisbane.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 2505+ hotels available in Brisbane.

Sandakan to Brisbane - 3 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Sandakan to Brisbane by plane or train

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Fly to Brisbane Airport
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1. Fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SDK - BNE
15h 37m
$576–2,035
Fly to Gold Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SDK - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train
17h 26m
$611–2,112
Fly to Sunshine Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane SDK - MCY
2. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5train
19h 13m
$662–2,313

Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) flights

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18h 25mAverage Duration

$583Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,308.2 km
Duration: 15h 37m

What companies run services between Sandakan, Malaysia and Brisbane, QLD, Australia?

Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, and two other airlines fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) 4 times a day.

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