At Tawau in Tawau: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Celebes Sea, Tawau Bay, coastal mangrove zones, Nunukan Island (Indonesia, visible across the water to the southeast).

When taking off from Tawau (TWU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Celebes Sea and Tawau's coastal geography during the typical eastward departure climb. You'll see the irregular coastline with mangrove areas and small islands that characterize this region, plus the contrast between the developed airport area and surrounding forested terrain. Notable sights include: Celebes Sea, Tawau Bay, coastal mangrove zones, Nunukan Island (Indonesia, visible across the water to the southeast).

When landing at Tawau (TWU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Tawau Airport's primary runway (09/27) typically handles approaches from the northeast, giving right-side passengers direct views of Tawau town, the Celebes Sea coastline, and the surrounding Sabah lowlands during descent. The left side faces inland jungle with less distinctive features. Notable sights include: Tawau town and harbor, Celebes Sea coastline, Tawau River estuary, coastal mangrove areas.

The best window seat at Tawau (TWU) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Tawau (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.