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Sandakan.$392 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From $392, select.
Sandakan.$502 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From $502, select.
Sandakan.$536 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From $536, select.
Sandakan.$594 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From $594, select.
Sandakan.$666 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From $666, select.
Sandakan.$715 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Dec, returning Thu, 25 Dec.Return flight with Thai LionAir and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Kolkata on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Sandakan.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From $715, select.

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Kolkata to Sandakan: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kolkata to Sandakan below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sandakan.

Kolkata to Sandakan: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$392
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Kolkata to Sandakan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kolkata to Sandakan is $392. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kolkata to Sandakan. But we found flights with one or more stops from $392.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Kolkata to Sandakan.
The cheapest month to fly from Kolkata to Sandakan is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kolkata Airport to Sandakan Airport on Friday, 31 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kolkata Airport and Sandakan Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sandakan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sandakan.

Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Sandakan Airport (SDK): what you need to know

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your CCU to SDK flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sandakan Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a top stopover on the CCU to SDK route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sandakan Airport flight is $182. A round-trip fare is currently $392. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CCU to SDK if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sandakan Airport.

  • Finding cheap flights from CCU to SDK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sandakan Airport.

Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)

  • Of the departures from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 55 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CCU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sandakan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Sandakan Airport (SDK)

  • Reserve a hotel close to SDK if you're catching a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sandakan Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Grab a Sandakan Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Hertz and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Sandakan and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Sandakan Airport around three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to central Sandakan

  • Sandakan Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Sandakan. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

When to fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sandakan Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sandakan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Sandakan is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Sandakan Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCU to SDK in February. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Kinabalu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sandakan. Around 225 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including DREAM, Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi.

  • Tawau is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometres south of Sandakan. No trip is complete without dropping by Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..

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