Distance: Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu
Distance between Sandakan and Kota Kinabalu in kilometers, miles and nautical miles.
227 km
Straight-line
great-circle
123 nm
Nautical Miles
as the crow flies
306 km
By Road
3h 50m
47 minutes
By Air
flight time
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Sandakan from Kota Kinabalu?
The straight-line distance from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu is 227 km (123 nautical miles). By road it is approximately 306 km (3h 50m drive). By air the flight takes about 47 minutes.
How many nautical miles is it from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu?
The nautical distance from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu is approximately 123 nautical miles.