Fly private between Sandakan and Tawau from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant, guaranteed quote.
Private jet charter from Sandakan (SDK) to Tawau (TWU), and from Tawau (TWU) back to Sandakan (SDK).
The straight-line distance between Sandakan and Tawau is about 177 km (110 miles), or 96 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Sandakan and Tawau, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (MYR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | RM38,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 39 min | 35 min – 43 min | RM45,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 38 min | 34 min – 42 min | RM52,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MYR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 45 min | RM38,000 – RM52,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 44 min | RM42,000 – RM56,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MYR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 39 min | RM45,000 – RM63,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 38 min | RM49,000 – RM71,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 38 min | RM54,000 – RM75,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MYR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 38 min | RM52,000 – RM73,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 37 min | RM56,000 – RM80,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 36 min | RM61,000 – RM87,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Sandakan and Tawau? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Sandakan, Malaysia: Sandakan Airport.
Tawau, Malaysia: Tawau Airport.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 45 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Sandakan and Tawau.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Sandakan–Tawau, confirmed once we check live availability.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Demand on Sandakan–Tawau comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 45 min airborne across the 177 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Sandakan–Tawau charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
