Travelling from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Jakarta is one hour behind Sandakan, where Sandakan Airport is located. Jakarta runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SDK to Jakarta flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Whether you want to explore a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book flight tickets from SDK to Jakarta with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a popular connection hub.
SDK is about 5 kilometres from central Sandakan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a hotel near SDK? If you're catching an early flight from Sandakan Airport to Jakarta, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Sandakan Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.17% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Jakarta
R 1,260 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sandakan Airport to Jakarta flight. Return flight tickets start at R 2,962. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SDK to Jakarta. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sandakan Airport to Jakarta throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SDK to Jakarta by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sandakan Airport to Jakarta.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to CGK if you have a late flight from Sandakan Airport to Jakarta. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and explore beyond Jakarta's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week before your flight from SDK to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
After your flight from Sandakan Airport to Jakarta has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HLP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SDK to Jakarta flight:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Sandakan Airport to Jakarta. The city comes alive in peak season, but rates are often higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Jakarta in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Sandakan Airport to Jakarta flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SDK to Jakarta around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sandakan Airport to Jakarta, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and National Monument of Indonesia are a couple of big attractions to put on your Jakarta travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be explored after you've seen Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Palembang is another sought-after destination in Indonesia and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. No trip is complete without dropping by Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.
