Cheap flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Sandakan from £123
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Getting from Sandakan airport to the city center
Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Budget travelers often choose airport shuttle buses.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
15-25 min | MYR 30–45 (USD 6–10); fixed fare to city center | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | convenience and speed | |
15-25 min | MYR 20–35 (USD 4–8); varies with demand | on-demand (traffic dependent) | budget door-to-door service | |
15-30 min | MYR 0–50 (USD 0–11); often complimentary or included | by arrangement (traffic dependent) | hotel guests | |
15-25 min | MYR 100–200 (USD 22–44) per day | by reservation (traffic dependent) | exploring Sabah independently | |
15-25 min | MYR 50–100 (USD 11–22); pre-booked service | by reservation (traffic dependent) | groups or families |
Notes:
- Prices in MYR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Sandakan Airport is a small regional airport with limited public transport options.
- Taxi fares are typically fixed from the airport; confirm the price before departure.
- Grab availability may be limited during off-peak hours.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Sandakan
Check-in for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Sandakan
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| AirAsia | AXM | AK | No |
| Malaysia Airlines | MAS | MH | No |
| VietJet Air | VJC | VJ | Yes |
| Vietnam Airlines | HVN | VN | Yes |
| Philippine Airlines | PAL | PR | Yes |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Sandakan
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 28°C | 24°C |
| February | 28°C | 24°C |
| March | 29°C | 24°C |
| April | 30°C | 24°C |
| May | 30°C | 25°C |
| June | 30°C | 25°C |
| July | 30°C | 24°C |
| August | 30°C | 24°C |
| September | 30°C | 24°C |
| October | 30°C | 24°C |
| November | 29°C | 24°C |
| December | 29°C | 24°C |
14 day forecast
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