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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau from RM 61

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — TWU
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau are usually found in April or November, booked 60 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 28 December 2025.

Wed 31/1206:25BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sun 4/107:40TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 28/12RM 186
Mon 29/1215:45BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/122:00TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12RM 210
Mon 29/1215:45BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1218:15TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12RM 223
Sat 27/1220:45BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1217:40TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12RM 227
Sun 28/1215:45BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/115:45TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12RM 255
Sun 28/1220:45BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sun 4/107:40TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 27/12RM 312
Wed 31/1206:25BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/110:25TWU - BKI
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12RM 336
Sun 28/1211:55BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Thu 1/113:30TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 27/12RM 344

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 28 December 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 121

One-way from

RM 61

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 194

Good round-trip deal

RM 141 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 85 or less
Batik Air
  • Batik Air
  • 10/1-14/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 16/1
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 28 December 2025.
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Kota Kinabalu

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Tawau

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Price

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 24/1

12:10-13:05

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Wed 28/1

07:40-08:30

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 125

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/1

12:10-13:05

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Thu 8/1

18:15-19:05

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 125

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/1

12:10-13:05

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Mon 12/1

18:15-19:05

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 125

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/1

20:45-21:35

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Tue 13/1

17:40-18:35

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 125

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 26/1

06:25-07:15

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Fri 30/1

13:55-14:50

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 125

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/1

06:25-07:15

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Thu 15/1

13:55-14:50

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 130

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/1

12:10-13:05

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Tue 13/1

13:55-14:50

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 134

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 20/1

06:25-07:15

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Fri 23/1

07:40-08:30

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 138

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 11/5

09:05-09:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Wed 13/5

18:55-19:45

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 138

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/3

18:00-18:50

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Wed 4/3

19:15-20:05

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 142

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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 26 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, you should look to book at least 60 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 57). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 125). 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 28 December 2025.

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 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

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 28 December 2025.
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
286 reviews
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Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

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
286 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
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Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

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
224 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
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Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

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
5.9
Fair
77 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

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 8 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, 1,499 users have taken a look at flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

  • 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 58. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Malaysia Airlines, from RM 92, and AirAsia, from RM 112. Users have found that Firefly is 63% 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 29. Users have also found prices from RM 59 and RM 59 on Batik Air and AirAsia, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 61. While the most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Tawau) can be booked for RM 117 on average, our data indicates RM 192 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 57). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 125). 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

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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 28 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapestRM 58AverageRM 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 93AverageRM 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 113AverageRM 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 118AverageRM 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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