Traveling from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Brunei International Airport (BWN): what you need to know
Sandakan and Bandar Seri Begawan follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SDK to BWN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Traveling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Sandakan Airport to Brunei International Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a popular stopover on the SDK to BWN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Brunei International Airport (BWN)
At the moment, $75 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sandakan Airport to Brunei International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $137. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SDK to BWN if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Sandakan Airport to Brunei International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SDK to BWN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sandakan Airport to Brunei International Airport.
Handy information about Sandakan Airport (SDK)
When it comes to Sandakan Airport's on-time performance, 74.17% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Sandakan to Sandakan Airport is around 6 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SDK? If you've booked an early flight from Sandakan Airport to Brunei International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Brunei International Airport (BWN)
Book a hotel near BWN if you're taking a late Sandakan Airport to Brunei International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Book a Brunei International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Hertz and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Bandar Seri Begawan and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Brunei International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Brunei International Airport (BWN) to central Bandar Seri Begawan
Brunei International Airport to central Bandar Seri Begawan has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometers away.
When to fly to Brunei International Airport (BWN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sandakan Airport to Brunei International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Bandar Seri Begawan in May.
The warmest month in Bandar Seri Begawan is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Sandakan Airport to Brunei International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SDK to BWN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brunei
Kuala Belait is just one of the many places in Brunei waiting to be explored after you've seen Bandar Seri Begawan. Around 88 kilometers away to the west, top sights here include The Beach Hut, Istana Manggalela and Kuala Belait Waterfront.
Any journey through Brunei isn't complete without visiting Bangar. Temburong Permata Hijau and Trek Taman Perayaan Bukit Gasing are just two of the highlights in this well-known destination, which is about 24 kilometers south-east of Bandar Seri Begawan.
