Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Tawau Airport (TWU): what you need to know
Tawau is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAA to TWU flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to tour another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Tawau Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a well-known stop between MAA and TWU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Tawau Airport (TWU)
Right now, $339 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Tawau Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $970. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAA to TWU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Tawau Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAA to TWU.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Tawau Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Tawau Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Tawau Airport (TWU)
Consider staying at Afeny Homestay after arriving from your Chennai Airport to Tawau Airport flight. It's a short drive from TWU and a comfortable option if you want to freshen up right away.
Getting from Tawau Airport (TWU) to central Tawau
Tawau Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Tawau. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tawau Airport (TWU)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Tawau Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Tawau based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Tawau Airport for April if you want to go to Tawau during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to TWU in February. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done Tawau, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Journey about 274 kilometres north-west to Kota Kinabalu to check off its popular sights. From DREAM to Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 177 kilometres north of Tawau, Sandakan is another essential stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
