Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Tawau from US$119

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Tawau (TWU)?

  Based on Trip.com data, AirAsia offers one-way fares as low as US$119 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to TWU on Tue, Jan 6), while AirAsia offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$216 departing on Sun, Dec 14 and returning on Wed, Dec 17.

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai 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 Shanghai 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 can I find the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Tawau?

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai 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 Tue, Jan 6, with one-way flights priced at just US$119.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is AirAsia.
  · 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 is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Tawau to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Tawau is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Shanghai to Tawau?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Tawau on December 23, 2025 with AirAsia X Berhad (Malaysia), with prices starting at US$237.

• What is the time difference between Shanghai and Tawau?

  The time difference between Tawau and Shanghai is 0h.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Shanghai to Tawau?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled 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.