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

The cheapest way to get from Philippines to Semporna is to fly and bus which costs RM 450 - RM 1200 and takes 17h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philippines to Semporna is to fly and Minibus which takes 11h 57m and costs RM 470 - RM 1400.

How far is it from Philippines to Semporna?

The distance between Philippines and Semporna is 1277 km.

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

It takes approximately 11h 57m to get from Philippines to Semporna, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Semporna?

There are 149+ hotels available in Semporna.

Philippines to Semporna - 3 ways to travel via plane, Minibus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Philippines to Semporna by plane or bus

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Fly to Tawau Airport, Minibus
best
1. Fly from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane MNL - TWU
2. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
11h 57m
RM 478–1,339
Fly to Lahad Datu Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU)plane MNL - LDU
2. Take the bus from Lahad Datu to Sempornabus
16h 13m
RM 410–1,134
Fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)plane MNL - BKI
2. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sempornabus
17h 58m
RM 455–1,166

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Tawau Airport (TWU) flights

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8h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,277.2 km
Duration: 11h 57m

What companies run services between Philippines and Semporna, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from Philippines to Semporna. However, you can take the train to Redemptorist–Aseana Station, walk to Roxas Blvd / C. Rivera Intersection, Parañaque City, Manila, take the bus to Terminal 1 Arrivals Area Rd, Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Parañaque City, Manila, walk to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) airport, fly to Tawau Airport (TWU), walk to Tawau Airport, then take the bus to Semporna. Alternatively, you can take the train to Redemptorist–Aseana Station, walk to Roxas Blvd / C. Rivera Intersection, Parañaque City, Manila, take the bus to Terminal 1 Arrivals Area Rd, Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Parañaque City, Manila, walk to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) airport, fly to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU), walk to Lahad Datu, then take the bus to Semporna.

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