Flying from Bali (Denpasar) Airport (DPS) to Sandakan Airport (SDK): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your DPS to SDK flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Sandakan Airport. Many travellers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport when flying between DPS and SDK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bali (Denpasar) Airport (DPS) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
$232 is currently the best price for a one-way Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Sandakan Airport flight. A return flight starts from $513. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from DPS to SDK, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Sandakan Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Bali (Denpasar) Airport (DPS)
Of the flights that depart from Bali (Denpasar) Airport, 72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Denpasar to Bali (Denpasar) Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near DPS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Sandakan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sandakan Airport (SDK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Sandakan Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SDK instead:
Venture beyond Sandakan and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can book a Sandakan Airport rental car from companies like Hertz or Avis.
Booking your vehicle from Sandakan Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK)
April is the most popular month for flights from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Sandakan Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Sandakan in March.
Lock in your flight from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Sandakan Airport for May if you want to visit Sandakan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DPS to SDK in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Sandakan has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres west of Sandakan, a trip to Kota Kinabalu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Manukan Island.
Around 177 kilometres south of Sandakan, Tawau is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Hot Springs Tawau, Teck Guan Cocoa Museum and Batu payung.