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

The cheapest way to get from Sandakan to Sydney is to fly which costs $550 - $2,000 and takes 13h 51m.

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 51m and costs $550 - $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 51m to get from Sandakan to Sydney, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Sandakan and Sydney?

Sydney is 2h ahead of Sandakan. It is currently 4:18 PM in Sandakan and 6:18 PM in Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5148+ 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 51m
$560–1,913
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 44m
$722–2,429

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

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14h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 5,656.6 km
Duration: 13h 51m

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

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

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