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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau from RM 66

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — TWU
15 Mar — 22 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau are usually found in January or April, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 February 2026.

Sat 28/306:25
BKI
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TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Sat 4/409:00
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Deal found 11/2RM 144
Sat 11/406:25
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 15/409:00
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 45m
AirAsia
Deal found 10/2RM 148
Fri 13/306:25
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Mon 16/307:40
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 9/2RM 152
Thu 26/206:25
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Mon 2/318:15
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 11/2RM 156
Thu 26/206:25
BKI
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TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Thu 26/209:05
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 11/2RM 164
Mon 2/318:00
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 4/307:40
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 12/2RM 168
Wed 25/215:45
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 55m
Batik Air
Sun 1/317:40
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 55m
Batik Air
Deal found 11/2RM 191
Sat 14/306:25
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 18/309:05
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 12/2RM 195
Tue 24/213:00
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Sat 28/215:45
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 10/2RM 207
Tue 7/412:10
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 55m
Batik Air
Sat 11/417:40
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 55m
Batik Air
Deal found 12/2RM 215
Thu 26/309:05
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Sun 29/320:25
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 13/2RM 230
Mon 16/217:00
BKI
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TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Sat 28/209:05
TWU
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BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 10/2RM 238

Find flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Tawau (TWU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 February 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 144

One-way from

RM 66

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 176

Good round-trip deal

RM 133 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 66 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 28/3-4/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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  • 25/2
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 13 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau that are best for you.

Fly from

Kota Kinabalu

Fly to

Tawau

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 13/5

08:50-09:40

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Sun 17/5

07:50-08:40

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/4

17:50-18:40

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Sat 18/4

17:40-18:35

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/4

12:10-13:05

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Sat 18/4

17:40-18:35

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 13/3

06:25-07:15

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Tue 17/3

18:15-19:05

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 11/5

15:45-16:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Fri 15/5

19:05-19:55

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/2

20:45-21:35

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Tue 3/3

07:40-08:30

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 13/3

06:25-07:15

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Mon 16/3

07:40-08:30

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 28/3

06:25-07:15

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Sat 4/4

19:05-19:55

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 4/4

17:50-18:40

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Mon 6/4

09:00-09:45

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 152

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/4

17:50-18:40

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Tue 7/4

09:00-09:45

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 152

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau (average of RM 55). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 113). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BKI to TWU?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 February 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tawau

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tawau. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Tawau. Reviews last updated 13 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, andBatik Air from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
227 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Batik Air
6.0
Okay
81 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Tawau is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Tawau from Kota Kinabalu. Booking flights from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Tawau (TWU) should be relatively easy as there are 9 daily flights to Tawau from 4 different airlines. 0h 50m is how long a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight route?

    Within the past month, 1,332 users have taken a look at flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

  • How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    For as low as RM 152, AirAsia can have you in Tawau from Kota Kinabalu in 50m. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau is about 290 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau round-trip from RM 44. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Firefly, from RM 56, and AirAsia, from RM 108. Users have found that Malaysia Airlines is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Firefly. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 28. Users have also found prices from RM 57 and RM 57 on AirAsia and Batik Air, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 57. While the most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Tawau) can be booked for RM 148 on average, our data indicates RM 190 when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau (average of RM 55). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 113). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 13 February 2026.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 13 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 44AverageRM 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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FireflyCheapestRM 56AverageRM 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 108AverageRM 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 114AverageRM 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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