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How long is the flight from New York to Sandakan?

JFKNew York
SDKSandakan
Flight Time
16 h 51 min
Distance
14,717km

9,145 miles

Departure
16:43
Arrival
21:34
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 16:43 · America/New_York

To

SDKSandakan

Sandakan Airport

Arrival 21:34 · Asia/Kuching

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Sandakan Airport (SDK) in Sandakan covers a distance of approximately 14,717 kilometers (9,145 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 16 h 51 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Asia/Kuching

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Sandakan?

A direct flight from New York to Sandakan takes around 16 h 51 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Sandakan?

The distance from New York to Sandakan is about 14,717 kilometers (9,145 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Sandakan?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 16 h 51 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Sandakan to New York.