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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Semporna is to fly and bus which costs RM 1100 - RM 2800 and takes 22h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Semporna is to fly and Minibus which takes 15h 49m and costs RM 1100 - RM 2900.

How far is it from Melbourne to Semporna?

The distance between Melbourne and Semporna is 5526 km.

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

It takes approximately 15h 49m to get from Melbourne to Semporna, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Semporna?

Semporna is 3h behind Melbourne. It is currently 2:48 AM in Melbourne and 11:48 PM in Semporna.

Where can I stay near Semporna?

There are 147+ hotels available in Semporna.

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

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

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Fly to Tawau Airport, Minibus
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane MEL - TWU
2. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
15h 49m
RM 1,115–2,815
Fly to Lahad Datu Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU)plane MEL - LDU
2. Take the bus from Lahad Datu to Sempornabus
22h 19m
RM 1,106–2,710
Fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport, bus
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)plane MEL - BKI
2. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sempornabus
23h 54m
RM 1,431–2,541
Fly to Sandakan Airport, bus
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane MEL - SDK
2. Take the bus from Sandakan Central to Sempornabus
22h 13m
RM 1,459–2,563

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Tawau Airport (TWU) flights

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12h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 5,526.4 km
Duration: 15h 49m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Semporna, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from Melbourne to Semporna. However, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to Tawau Airport (TWU), walk to Tawau Airport, then take the bus to Semporna. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU), walk to Lahad Datu, then take the bus to Semporna.

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