Cheap Flights from Sandakan to Tawau from NZD 31

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Sandakan to Tawau (SDK-TWU)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Malaysia Airlines offers one-way fares as low as NZD 31 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SDK to TWU on Sun, Dec 14), while Malaysia Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from NZD 94 departing on Thu, Dec 11 and returning on Sat, Dec 13.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Sandakan to Tawau?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Sandakan to Tawau with the following airlines, including: Malaysia Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Sandakan (SDK) to Tawau (TWU) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 40 minutes to fly from Sandakan (SDK) to Tawau (TWU).

• When is the best time to book flights from Sandakan to Tawau?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Sandakan to Tawau is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Sandakan to Tawau?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 7 flight per week flying from Sandakan to Tawau. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Malaysia Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MH3061 (10:41)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Sandakan to Tawau?

  To find best deals on flights from Sandakan to Tawau, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Dec 14, with one-way flights priced at just NZD 31.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Malaysia Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Tawau travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Sandakan (SDK) to Tawau (TWU) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Sandakan to Tawau is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sandakan to Tawau on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Sandakan to Tawau on December 11, 2025 with Malaysia Airlines, with prices starting at NZD 41.

• Which airports can I fly to for Tawau from Sandakan?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Tawau, with Sandakan Airport to Tawau Airport (SDK-TWU) is by far the most common option on this route: Tawau Airport (TWU).

• Is there any time difference between Sandakan and Tawau?

  The time difference between Tawau and Sandakan is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Sandakan to Tawau?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.