Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Tawau Airport (TWU): what you need to know
The timezone in Tawau is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Mumbai.
To ensure you catch your BOM to TWU flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
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 Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Tawau Airport. Many travellers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport when flying between BOM and TWU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Tawau Airport (TWU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Tawau Airport flight is ر.ق. 4,626. A return plane ticket right now is ر.ق. 7,549. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BOM to TWU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Tawau Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BOM to TWU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Tawau Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Of the departures from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, 61.63% land on time at their destination.
Central Mumbai to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near BOM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Tawau Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Tawau Airport (TWU)
Consider a stay at Afeny Homestay after arriving from your Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Tawau Airport flight. It's not too far from TWU and a good choice if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Getting from Tawau Airport (TWU) to central Tawau
Tawau Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Tawau. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Tawau Airport (TWU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Tawau Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Tawau in February.
When reserving your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Tawau Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Tawau, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOM to TWU in February. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tawau. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include DREAM, Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi.
Sandakan is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometres north of Tawau. No trip is complete without seeing Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
