Malingao to Lahad Datu flights
Lahad Datu lies 720 km (447 mi) west of Malingao, 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.
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| Malingao | Lahad Datu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Philippines | Malaysia |
| Population | 1.1 million | 105,622 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuching) |
| Nearest large airport | CBO, 29 km out | LDU, 1 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Lahad Datu
Crossing from Philippines into Malaysia: money changes from the Peso to the Ringgit (MYR); traffic switches to the left; sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +60; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Malingao
Malingao is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Cotabato (Awang) Airport (CBO), 29 km (18 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,234 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in 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).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahad Datu Airport (regional) | LDU | 1 km (1 mi) | 4,498 ft | 45 ft |
| Tawau Airport (regional) | TWU | 82 km (51 mi) | 8,800 ft | 57 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Lahad Datu from Malingao?
720 km (447 mi) in a straight line, west of Malingao.
How long does it take to get from Malingao to Lahad Datu 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 Malingao and Lahad Datu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Malingao to Lahad Datu flights?
Typically Cotabato (Awang) Airport (CBO) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU); Lahad Datu also has TWU.
What currency do I need in Lahad Datu?
The Ringgit (MYR).
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.