Search for flights that land in Tawau Airport. From airport to Semporna, it takes about 1 hour, you can pre-arrange pick-up with your travel agent (when you book your hotel) and it costs RM80-100 per car OR RM30/person if share the transportation. Else, you can take a taxi ~ RM95.
The boat transfer from Semporna to Mabul Island is around 40 minutes and it costs RM40-RM50/person and the boat departure time can be very depend on the hotel arrangement. It is important for you to know the return time of the boat/bus too (give at least 4 hours prior your departure time) so that you do not miss your flight.
Note: All prices quoted above is for ONE way.
Updated Feb 28, 2012
An approximately 30-minutes of speedboat ride (from Semporna) would take you to Pulau Mabul - Ahhh... paradise!
ps. land-sea transfer is usually arranged by your resort. Please make confirmation on this upon making reservations.
Updated Sep 6, 2005
From Tawau Airport, not more than an hour's journey on a 12-seater van would take you to the coastal town of Semporna.
ps. this transfer is usually arranged by the resort you are going to stay in.
Updated Sep 11, 2005
Airasia flies daily from KLIA to Tawau, Sabah.
The flight takes about 2hrs 45mins from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau.
Updated Sep 6, 2005
Phone: +603 7884 9000
Website: www.airasia.com
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Pulau Mabul - perfect island and perfect diving

Mabul is a small island on the east coast of Borneo. It belongs to the Malaysian State of Sabah. Mabul is close to the world famous island of Sipadan - they are both very good diving spots. The third...
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A much sought-after destination for macro life enthusiasts and a dream for underwater macro photographer, Pulau Mabul and Pulau Kapalai are extraordinary locations that boast an amazing variety of...
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Arrive: 11 Feb 2012 - Depart: 14 Feb 2012 Mabul Island is reputed to be one of the best places for underwater macro-photography in the world. Located in the clear waters of the Celebes Sea off the......
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Sipadan, Mabul & Kapalai Islands, Borneo, Malaysia

Sipadan Water Village ("SWV"), a paradise resort with water chalet bungalow. Good food, good service and good diving.
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