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

The cheapest way to get from Sandakan to Sydney is to fly and train which costs $550 - $1,600 and takes 20h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandakan to Sydney is to fly which takes 13h 16m and costs $500 - $2,000.

How far is it from Sandakan to Sydney?

The distance between Sandakan and Sydney is 5657 km.

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

It takes approximately 13h 16m to get from Sandakan to Sydney, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Sandakan and Sydney?

Sydney is 3h ahead of Sandakan. It is currently 6:05 AM in Sandakan and 9:05 AM in Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5349+ hotels available in Sydney.

Sandakan to Sydney - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Sandakan to Sydney by plane or train

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Fly to Sydney International Airport
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1. Fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane SDK - SYD
13h 16m
$510–1,914
Fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane SDK - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain
20h 30m
$571–1,531

Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) flights

23Weekly Planes

15h 22mAverage Duration

$518Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,656.7 km
Duration: 13h 16m

What companies run services between Sandakan, Malaysia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) 3 times a day.

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