Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tawau Airport (TWU): what you need to know
Tawau is three hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SYD to TWU flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tawau Airport. Many travellers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport when flying between SYD and TWU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tawau Airport (TWU)
Right now, ₹ 18,950 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tawau Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 44,177. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SYD to TWU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tawau Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SYD to TWU by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tawau Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tawau Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Tawau Airport (TWU)
Once your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tawau Airport flight has touched down, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Afeny Homestay is a comfy option within easy reach of TWU.
Getting from Tawau Airport (TWU) to central Tawau
Tawau Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Tawau. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tawau Airport (TWU)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Tawau Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Tawau. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) 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.
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to TWU in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Tawau, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 274 kilometres north-west to Kota Kinabalu to check off its leading attractions. From DREAM to Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres north of Tawau, Sandakan is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
