Travelling from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Sandakan and Manila are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SDK to MNL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sandakan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a popular stop between SDK and MNL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
C$96 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sandakan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$178. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SDK to MNL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Sandakan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SDK to MNL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sandakan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Sandakan Airport (SDK)
Of all flights leaving Sandakan Airport, 74.17% arrive on time at their destination.
Sandakan Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Sandakan. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sandakan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SDK:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider booking a hotel close to MNL if you're taking a late Sandakan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and explore beyond Manila's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Manila. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sandakan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Manila. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Sandakan Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Manila during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SDK to MNL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Philippines just waiting to be discovered. Around 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a trip to Quezon City will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Taguig is another must-experience destination in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without dropping by Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.
