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Flight Schedule from Tawau Airport (TWU)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 07:45 | 08:35 | Tawau (TWU) | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 08:15 | 09:00 | Tawau (TWU) | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 09:15 | 12:00 | Tawau (TWU) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
 AirBorneo | 10:25 | 11:05 | Tawau (TWU) | Sandakan (SDK) | Book flight |
 Malaysia Airlines | 11:00 | 13:50 | Tawau (TWU) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
 Batik Air Malaysia | 13:25 | 14:20 | Tawau (TWU) | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 14:45 | 15:35 | Tawau (TWU) | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Book flight |
Batik Air Malaysia | 17:00 | 19:55 | Tawau (TWU) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
Malaysia Airlines | 18:15 | 21:05 | Tawau (TWU) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 21:30 | 00:20 (+1 day) | Tawau (TWU) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
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Flight Schedule to Tawau Airport (TWU)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 09:00 | 11:50 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
AirBorneo | 09:25 | 10:05 | Sandakan (SDK) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
Batik Air Malaysia | 09:30 | 12:30 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 13:30 | 14:20 | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
Malaysia Airlines | 14:35 | 17:30 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 15:00 | 17:55 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 15:05 | 15:55 | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 18:05 | 20:55 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 19:10 | 20:00 | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 20:30 | 21:20 | Kota Kinabalu (BKI) | Tawau (TWU) | Book flight |
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FAQ about Tawau Airport (TWU)
Tawau Airport is roughly 30 kilometres northeast of Tawau town. The taxi ride usually takes 30 to 40 minutes.
From Tawau Airport you can take a taxi, a shared minivan or a scheduled bus to Semporna. The drive takes about one to one and a half hours. Many dive resorts also arrange transfers.
Airlines at Tawau Airport include AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air Malaysia, with flights to Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu.
Taxis at Tawau Airport use a coupon system. You buy a fixed-fare coupon at the counter before getting in. Grab is also available.
Yes. The terminal at Tawau Airport offers free Wi-Fi, along with places to eat, shops and a currency exchange.
Tawau Airport is mainly domestic, but some international flights have operated, including seasonal and charter services. Check the current schedule for your dates.
Tawau Airport has one passenger terminal with aerobridges for boarding and check-in counters grouped by airline.
Divers usually leave 18 to 24 hours between their last dive and a flight from Tawau Airport. Plan your Semporna schedule around it.
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Tawau Airport, Sabah's East Coast Gateway
Tawau Airport serves the town of Tawau on the southeast coast of Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. For many travellers it is the starting point for trips to Semporna and the dive islands of Sipadan, Mabul and Kapalai. It is a key airport for Sabah's east coast, with a steady flow of domestic flights.
Where Tawau Airport Is and How Far It Is from Town
The airport is northeast of Tawau, roughly 30 kilometres from the town centre. A taxi takes around 30 to 40 minutes. Semporna, the jumping-off point for the islands, is further east, and the drive there usually takes one to one and a half hours.
The Tawau Airport Terminal
Everything happens in one terminal building. There are aerobridges for boarding, and the check-in counters are grouped by airline. Inside you'll find free Wi-Fi, places to eat, shops, a currency exchange and a left-luggage service. A car park sits in front of the building.
Airlines and Routes at Tawau Airport
Airlines flying from Tawau include:
- AirAsia, to Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu and other cities
- Malaysia Airlines, to Kuala Lumpur
- Batik Air Malaysia, to Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu
A few international services have also operated, some of them seasonal or charter. Check the current schedule for your dates, as routes change.
Getting from Tawau Airport to Tawau and Semporna
Taxis at Tawau Airport use a coupon system, so you pay a fixed fare at the counter before you ride. Ride-hailing through Grab is also available. A local bus runs into Tawau town at set times. For Semporna, you can take a taxi, a shared minivan or a scheduled bus. Many dive resorts also offer transfers timed to your flight.
Things to Do near Tawau
Semporna and its islands draw divers and snorkellers from around the world, and Sipadan is famous for its turtles and walls. Closer to town, Tawau Hills Park has forest trails, hot springs and waterfalls. Tawau itself is a working port town known for its seafood.
Tips for Travelling via Tawau Airport
- Diving at Sipadan needs a permit arranged by your dive operator, so book well ahead.
- Leave a gap of about 18 to 24 hours between your last dive and your flight out of Tawau.
- Agree on your Semporna transfer before you land, especially for late arrivals.
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