What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Semporna?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Semporna is to fly and bus which costs RM 1600 - RM 3400 and takes 27h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Semporna?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Semporna is to fly and Minibus which takes 17h 50m and costs RM 1700 - RM 3600.

How far is it from Brisbane to Semporna?

The distance between Brisbane and Semporna is 5247 km.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Semporna?

It takes approximately 17h 50m to get from Brisbane to Semporna, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Semporna?

Semporna is 2h behind Brisbane. It is currently 9:00 PM in Brisbane and 7:00 PM in Semporna.

Where can I stay near Semporna?

There are 149+ hotels available in Semporna.

Brisbane to Semporna - 4 ways to travel via plane, Minibus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Brisbane to Semporna by plane or bus

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Fly to Tawau Airport, Minibus
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane BNE - TWU
2. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
17h 50m
RM 1,789–3,507
Fly to Sandakan Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane BNE - SDK
2. Take the bus from Sandakan Central to Sempornabus
22h 50m
RM 1,333–4,955
Fly to Lahad Datu Airport, bus
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU)plane BNE - LDU
2. Take the bus from Lahad Datu to Sempornabus
22h 56m
RM 1,580–4,702
Fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport, bus
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)plane BNE - BKI
2. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sempornabus
27h 11m
RM 1,605–3,333

Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Tawau Airport (TWU) flights

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16h 30mAverage Duration

RM 1,597Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,246.5 km
Duration: 17h 50m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Semporna, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from Brisbane to Semporna. However, you can take the train to International Airport Station, walk to Brisbane-Airport-BNE airport, fly to Tawau Airport (TWU), walk to Tawau Airport, then take the bus to Semporna. Alternatively, you can take the train to International Airport Station, walk to Brisbane-Airport-BNE airport, fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK), take the taxi to Sandakan Central, then take the bus to Semporna.

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