Flying from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Sandakan Airport (SDK): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your DPS to SDK flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to check out another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sandakan Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a popular stop between DPS and SDK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
At the moment, $145 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sandakan Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $315. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from DPS to SDK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sandakan Airport.
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Handy information about Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
66.23% of flights leaving from Ngurah Rai International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Ngurah Rai International Airport from central Denpasar, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DPS? If you're boarding an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sandakan Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sandakan Airport (SDK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sandakan Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SDK instead:
Grab a Sandakan Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Hertz and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Sandakan and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Sandakan Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to central Sandakan
From Sandakan Airport, Sandakan is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sandakan Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Sandakan in February.
When reserving your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sandakan Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Sandakan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DPS to SDK in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Sandakan, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Journey about 225 kilometres west to Kota Kinabalu to tick off its popular sights. From DREAM to Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi, your itinerary will be busy.
Tawau is another must-experience destination in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometres south of Sandakan. No journey is complete without a visit to Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..