Country
🇲🇾 Malaysia
Region
Sabah
Coordinates
5.8402°N, 118.1179°E
Population
439,050
Timezone
Asia/Kuching
UTC+8
Place type
City
Elevation
10 m

Map of Sandakan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sandakan located?

Sandakan is a city in Sabah, Malaysia, located at 5.8402°N, 118.1179°E.

Which country is Sandakan in?

Sandakan is in Malaysia.

What is the population of Sandakan?

The population of Sandakan is approximately 439,050 inhabitants.

What region is Sandakan in?

Sandakan is located in the Sabah region of Malaysia.

How far is Sandakan from Kuala Lumpur?

Sandakan is approximately 1846 km from Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia.

What time zone is Sandakan in?

Sandakan is in the Asia/Kuching time zone.

What are the coordinates of Sandakan?

The geographic coordinates of Sandakan are 5.8402°N, 118.1179°E.

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