Singapore to Sandakan (SIN–SDK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Singapore to Sandakan
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 1,019 mi 2h 45m nonstop 2 1-stop hubs

SIN–SDK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Icelandair leads the route. The flight covers 1,019 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop SIN–SDK service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FI Icelandair 0 – – – – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: FI (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SIN to SDK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
2
Hubs
~18h
Fastest
~19h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
118
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Sandakan from Singapore

Nearby airports with service to Sandakan Airport.
Metric SIN→SDK KUL→SDK
Distance from SIN – 185 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 9
Weekly flights 0 83
Flight time 2h 45m 2h 45m
Sepang (KUL) to Sandakan flights
Airports within 200 miles of SIN with service to Sandakan Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Sandakan is 0 hours the same as Singapore.
SIN: +08 · SDK: +08

When it's 6:00 PM in Singapore, it's 6:00 PM in Sandakan.
Distance & Flight Time
1,019 mi / 1,640 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 45m.
Visa & Entry

Singaporean passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Singaporeans can also use the land crossings at Woodlands and Tuas with just a passport. The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) must be completed online within 3 days before arrival.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to SIN

MRT East West Line (Changi Airport branch) connects the airport to the city in 30–45 minutes from City Hall or Raffles Place (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link). Trains run from 5:31am to 11:18pm (T1/T2/T3). Terminal 4 is served by a dedicated shuttle bus from T2.Taxis from Orchard Road cost S$20–35 and take 20–30 minutes. Grab is widely used and slightly cheaper. Airport surcharges apply for taxis departing from the city to the airport (S$3–5 depending on peak hours). The trip is short; Singapore's island geography keeps distances manageable.

Facts

SIN–SDK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Singapore to Sandakan route.
Route details
Distance1,019 mi / 1,640 km
Flight time2h 45m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections2 hubs
Origin: SIN
Full nameSingapore Changi Airport
IATA / ICAOSIN / WSSS
TimezoneAsia/Singapore
Passengers/yr67.7M
Elevation22 ft / 7 m
Destination: SDK
Full nameSandakan Airport
IATA / ICAOSDK / WBKS
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Elevation46 ft / 14 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SIN to SDK flights.
Nonstop flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Sandakan Airport take approximately 2h 45m. The route covers 1,019 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Icelandair.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BKI and KUL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include KUL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from SIN to SDK

Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Sandakan Airport (SDK) are connected by nonstop service from Icelandair.

SIN to SDK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SIN to SDK ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,019 miles (1,640 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 18 hours via BKI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sepang (KUL).