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Cheap Flights from Sandakan (SDK) to Penang (PEN)

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      Flight deals from Sandakan to Penang

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sandakan to Penang? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      George Town.£79 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Sandakan on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £79, select.
      Mon, 10 NovSDK - PEN with BatikAir Malaysia
      1 stop
      Mon, 17 NovPEN - SDK with AirAsia
      1 stop
      from £79
      George Town.£90 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Sun, 24 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.
      Mon, 18 AugSDK - PEN with AirAsia
      1 stop
      Sun, 24 AugPEN - SDK with AirAsia
      1 stop
      from £90
      George Town.£98 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia and BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Penang on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £98, select.
      Tue, 29 JulSDK - PEN with AirAsia
      1 stop
      Tue, 5 AugPEN - SDK with BatikAir Malaysia
      1 stop
      from £98
      George Town.£99 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £99, select.
      Sat, 15 NovSDK - PEN with AirAsia
      1 stop
      Fri, 6 FebPEN - SDK with AirAsia
      1 stop
      from £99
      George Town.£119 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £119, select.
      Fri, 5 SepSDK - PEN with AirAsia
      1 stop
      Fri, 12 SepPEN - SDK with AirAsia
      1 stop
      from £119
      George Town.£120 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £120, select.
      Tue, 26 AugSDK - PEN with AirAsia
      1 stop
      Mon, 8 SepPEN - SDK with AirAsia
      1 stop
      from £120
      George Town.£122 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Thu, 11 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.
      Mon, 24 NovSDK - PEN with AirAsia
      1 stop
      Thu, 11 DecPEN - SDK with AirAsia
      1 stop
      from £122
      George Town.£122 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.
      Sun, 5 OctSDK - PEN with AirAsia
      1 stop
      Fri, 10 OctPEN - SDK with AirAsia
      1 stop
      from £122
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Sandakan to Penang found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Sandakan to Penang

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sandakan to Penang flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Jul
      from £143
      Aug
      from £90
      Sep
      from £119
      Oct
      from £122
      Nov
      from £79
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      from £131
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      Sandakan to Penang: Alternative routes

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

      Sandakan to George Town: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found£79
      Cheapest month to flyNovember

      Finding cheap flights from Sandakan to Penang: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Sandakan to Penang is £79. 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 Sandakan to Penang. But we found flights with one or more stops from £79.
      As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Sandakan to Penang.
      The cheapest month to fly from Sandakan to Penang is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sandakan Airport to Penang Airport on Monday, 10 November 2025.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sandakan Airport and Penang Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to George Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
      Currently, BatikAir Malaysia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

      Travelling from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know

      • Sandakan and George Town are in the same timezone, UTC+8.

      • To ensure you catch your SDK to PEN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

      • Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Sandakan Airport to Penang International Airport. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is a top stopover on the SDK to PEN route.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Penang International Airport (PEN)

      • Right now, £41 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sandakan Airport to Penang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £79. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.

      • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SDK to PEN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

      • Finding cheap flights from Sandakan Airport to Penang International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.

      • Save time searching for cheap flights from SDK to PEN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

      • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sandakan Airport to Penang International Airport.

      Handy information about Sandakan Airport (SDK)

      • 74.17% of flights departing from Sandakan Airport reach their destination on time.

      • Sandakan Airport is about 4 miles from central Sandakan. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Taking an early flight from Sandakan Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SDK:

        • Amanson SigNature Hotel

        • My Dream Hotel

        • The Pavilion Hotel

      Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)

      • Book a hotel near PEN if you're catching a late Sandakan Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

        • Olive Tree Hotel Penang

        • The Best Hotel in Bayan Lepas - THE LOV Penang

        • Amari Spice Penang

      • Travel at your own speed with a Penang International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and find adventure across George Town and beyond.

      • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Penang International Airport around four weeks before travelling.

      Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town

      • From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.

      When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)

      • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sandakan Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to George Town. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

      • When booking your flight from Sandakan Airport to Penang International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in George Town, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

      • January has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SDK to PEN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of Malaysia

      • George Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 140 miles east of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.

      • If you want to check out another major stop in Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, roughly 180 miles south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are key highlights.

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