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$551+ Cheap flights to Tawau

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— TWU
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Flights to Tawau in 2025

Find the latest flights to Tawau in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 29 April 2025.

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$551
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 2/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 20m total
  • Sydney to Tawau
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Mon 2/622:10SYD - TWU
1 stop21h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/4$551
Mon 2/617:30SYD - TWU
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$682
Mon 2/607:05SYD - TWU
3 stops32h 35mBatik Air
Deal found 29/4$1,499

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SydneyTawau

SYD - TWU

SYDTWU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

22:10-17:30

1 stop21h 20m

$551

SydneyTawau

SYD - TWU

SYDTWU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

17:30-10:10

2 stops18h 40m

$682

SydneyTawau

SYD - TWU

SYDTWU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

07:05-13:40

3 stops32h 35m

$1,499

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Deals found on 29/4

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Tawau

How long is the flight to Tawau?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Tawau takes 23 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Tawau from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Tawau?

The most popular airline flying from Sydney to Tawau is Malaysia Airlines.

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

From $537

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Tawau?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to Tawau is Malaysia Airlines.

Rainfall in Tawau by month

Plan your trip to Tawau by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tawau ranges from 90.0 - 190.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 190.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Tawau when rainfall is around 90.0 mm.

Temperature in Tawau by month

Plan your trip to Tawau by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tawau, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tawau

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tawau. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Tawau. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
254 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
254 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
254 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
72 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
254 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

FAQs about flying to Tawau

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Tawau?

    For a flight to Tawau, you will be flying into Tawau. Tawau (TWU) is just 25.9 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Tawau if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Tawau on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Tawau?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Malaysia Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Tawau.

  • Does Tawau have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Tawau can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Tawau?

    Yes. Tawau has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sipadan Mangrove Resort is the closest property to Tawau (1.6 km away from Tawau).

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