Flights from Manchester to Tawau, Malaysia
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Best Flights to Tawau, Malaysia from Manchester
Cheapest Months to Fly from Manchester to Tawau
The most budget-friendly months to travel from Manchester to Tawau are typically September, October, and early November.
Average Flight Duration & Distance Between Manchester and Tawau
Non-stop flights: No direct flights (all routes require 1–2 stops)
1-stop flights: Approximately 17–22 hours depending on stopover
Distance: ~7,250 miles (11,660 km)
Manchester to Tawau (TWU) – Travel Guide, Flight Fares & Booking Information
Travelling from Manchester (MAN) to Tawau (TWU) connects you to the southeastern region of Sabah, known for its rich marine life, diving spots, and gateway access to islands like Sipadan and Mabul. Flights depart from Manchester Airport (MAN) and arrive at Tawau Airport (TWU), the main airport serving Tawau and Semporna. When booking air Tickets with Book Air Tickets, travellers can compare airlines, explore flexible fare options, and secure competitive prices across cabin classes. Average fares for this route typically range from £550–£740 for Economy, £960–£1,300 for Premium Economy, and £1,980–£2,950 for Business Class, depending on airline and season.
Tawau offers access to incredible natural attractions and world-famous dive sites. Visitors can explore Tawau Hills Park—known for hot springs, waterfalls, and giant tropical trees—Tawau Tanjung Market, Maliau Basin (via overland tours), and Semporna’s pristine islands. Divers and snorkelers often use Tawau as the starting point for reaching Sipadan, one of the top scuba diving locations in the world.
Quick Information about Malaysia
Things to Do
Enjoy Malaysia’s stunning islands and delicious street food. Explore famous attractions like the Petronas Towers, Batu Caves, Langkawi beaches, and Penang’s heritage sites.
Beaches & Island
Famous Islands: Langkawi, Penang Island, Redang Island, Perhentian Islands.
Popular Beaches: Pantai Cenang, Batu Ferringhi, Long Beach, Tanjung Rhu.
Delicious Food
Nasi Lemak – Malaysia’s national dish
Satay – Grilled meat skewers with peanut sauce
Char Kway Teow – Stir-fried rice noodles
Roti Canai – Flaky Indian-style flatbread
Currency & Language
Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Language: Malay (official)
Frequently Asked Questions
Visit Tawau Hills Park
Dive at Sipadan, Mabul, and Kapalai islands
Explore Tawau Hot Springs
Enjoy local seafood markets
May, September, and early November often have the lowest fares.
Malaysia Airlines via Kuala Lumpur usually offers the fastest connection, followed by Singapore Airlines options.
Common transit airports include:
- Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
- Singapore Changi (SIN)
- Doha (DOH)
- Dubai (DXB)
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Yes, you can book routes like:
Manchester → Kuala Lumpur → Tawau → Manchester
or include stops in other Malaysian cities.