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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sandakan to Tawau? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tawau.R 578 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 578, select.
Tawau.R 578 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Mon, 14 Apr, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 578, select.
Tawau.R 607 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 607, select.
Tawau.R 620 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Sandakan on Mon, 14 Apr, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 620, select.
Tawau.R 620 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 620, select.
Tawau.R 620 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 620, select.
Tawau.R 631 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Sandakan on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 631, select.
Tawau.R 649 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Sandakan on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 649, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sandakan to Tawau

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sandakan to Tawau flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from R 578
May
from R 578
Jun
from R 607
Jul
from R 620
Aug
from R 620
Sep
from R 631
Oct
from R 685
Nov
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Dec
from R 731
Jan
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Feb
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Mar
from R 2,023

Direct flights from Sandakan to Tawau

Sandakan to Tawau: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sandakan to Tawau below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tawau.

Sandakan to Tawau: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 578
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time40 mins
Most popular airlineMASwings
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from Sandakan to Tawau: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sandakan to Tawau is R 1,241. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
40 minutes is the average flight time from Sandakan to Tawau.
MASwings, Firefly and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Sandakan to Tawau.
As of April 2025, there are 25 flights per week flying from Sandakan to Tawau.
The cheapest month to fly from Sandakan to Tawau is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport on Tuesday, 22 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tawau but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tawau is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tawau.

Flying from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Tawau Airport (TWU): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport takes on average 40 minutes. Tawau's timezone is UTC+8 — identical to Sandakan.

  • Every week, there are 10 flights from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport. If you want to get going early, pick the 10:35 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from SDK to TWU is 11:40 with Malaysia Airlines.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Malaysia Airlines has direct flights from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Tawau — plus maybe even more of Malaysia if time allows.

  • If you'd love to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kota Kinabalu International Airport is a sought-after stop between SDK and TWU.

  • After booking your cheap ticket from SDK to TWU, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary as you're travelling within Malaysia. As long as you have another form of identification, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Tawau Airport (TWU)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport is R 578. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,241. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from SDK to TWU, book your journey 11 months ahead of the departure date.

  • July is the cheapest month for tickets from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from SDK to TWU is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Handy information about Sandakan Airport (SDK)

  • To get to Sandakan Airport from central Sandakan, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SDK:

Arriving at Tawau Airport (TWU)

  • Consider checking in to Afeny Homestay after your flight from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport. It's a short drive from TWU and a great option if you're keen to relax as soon as possible.

Getting from Tawau Airport (TWU) to central Tawau

  • Tawau Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Tawau. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 34 minutes.

When to fly to Tawau Airport (TWU)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tawau. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • When booking your flight from Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Tawau, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 30ºC.

  • February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SDK to TWU sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Tawau

  • Start your Tawau trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from SDK to TWU, explore our range of hotel options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Taman Da Hua 2 are top sights which should be on every Tawau itinerary.

Complete your Tawau trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Tawau Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Tawau.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sandakan to Tawau

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