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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tawau to Sydney? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sydney.R 3,970 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,970, select.
Sydney.R 4,094 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,094, select.
Sydney.R 4,156 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,156, select.
Sydney.R 4,166 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,166, select.
Sydney.R 4,193 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,193, select.
Sydney.R 4,455 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,455, select.
Sydney.R 6,352 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,352, select.
Sydney.R 8,761 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,761, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tawau to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tawau to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in May.
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from R 4,455
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from R 4,094
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from R 4,166
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from R 4,156
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from R 4,193
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from R 8,761
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Tawau to Sydney: Alternative routes

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Tawau to Sydney: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 3,970
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Tawau to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Tawau to Sydney is R 8,702. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Tawau to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 8,702.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Tawau to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Tawau to Sydney is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tawau Airport to Sydney Airport on Saturday, 16 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Tawau Airport and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Tawau.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TWU to SYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • R 3,970 is the lowest price for a one-way Tawau Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 8,702. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from TWU to SYD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Tawau Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • Landing cheap flights from TWU to SYD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tawau Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Tawau Airport (TWU)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Tawau Airport, 66.3% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Tawau Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Tawau. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

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Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

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  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Tawau Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sydney in April.

  • When booking your flight from Tawau Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from TWU to SYD in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among the biggest draws.

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