Lahad Datu to Budta flights
Budta lies 718 km (446 mi) east of Lahad Datu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 40 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lahad Datu | Budta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Philippines |
| Population | 105,622 | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuching) | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) |
| Nearest large airport | LDU, 1 km out | CBO, 26 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Budta
Crossing from Malaysia into Philippines: money changes from the Ringgit to the Peso (PHP); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Euro, NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +63; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q60061806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Lahad Datu Airport (LDU), 1 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,498 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Tawau Airport (TWU, 82 km).
Arriving in Budta
Budta is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Cotabato (Awang) Airport (CBO), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,234 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport (regional) | CBO | 26 km (16 mi) | 6,234 ft | 189 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Budta from Lahad Datu?
718 km (446 mi) in a straight line, east of Lahad Datu.
How long does it take to get from Lahad Datu to Budta by air?
About 1 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lahad Datu and Budta?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lahad Datu to Budta flights?
Typically Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) to Cotabato (Awang) Airport (CBO).
What currency do I need in Budta?
The Peso (PHP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.