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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau from RM 139

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — TWU
28 Jul — 4 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau are usually found in January or November, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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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 June 2026.

Thu 25/606:30
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Sun 28/620:25
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/6RM 274
Mon 29/617:50
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Mon 29/620:25
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 25/6RM 278
Sun 23/806:30
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 27/809:55
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6RM 290
Fri 26/608:00
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/609:00
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6RM 302
Wed 24/619:10
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Sat 27/620:25
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 23/6RM 310
Tue 27/1015:45
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 55m
Batik Air
Thu 29/1013:45
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 55m
Batik Air
Deal found 24/6RM 335
Sun 4/1008:00
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 55m
Batik Air
Tue 6/1013:25
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 55m
Batik Air
Deal found 27/6RM 339
Mon 24/811:45
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Sat 29/814:55
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 25/6RM 343
Sat 29/815:20
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/914:55
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6RM 380
Fri 26/606:30
BKI
-
TWU
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Tue 30/614:45
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 25/6RM 388
Mon 29/606:45
BKI
-
TWU
1 stop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/620:25
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6RM 560
Fri 23/1022:20
BKI
-
TWU
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1010:20
TWU
-
BKI
Nonstop0h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6RM 621

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 June 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 274

One-way from

RM 139

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 310

Good round-trip deal

RM 300 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 143 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 11/7-13/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 16/7
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 44 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 June 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 23/8

06:30-07:20

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Thu 27/8

09:55-10:50

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 290

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/10

08:00-08:55

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Tue 6/10

13:25-14:20

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 335
Fastest return journey

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 24/8

15:05-15:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Fri 28/8

20:25-21:15

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 335

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 8/7

08:00-08:55

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Sun 12/7

13:25-14:20

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 335

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 27/10

15:45-16:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Thu 29/10

13:45-14:40

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 335

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 17/8

18:15-08:50

1 stop14h 35m

Tawau

Sat 22/8

07:45-08:35

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 870

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/7

20:30-21:20

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Mon 13/7

14:55-22:30

1 stop7h 35m

RM 891

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 8/7

15:05-15:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Sun 12/7

14:55-22:30

1 stop7h 35m

RM 923
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 16/7

15:05-15:55

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 139

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 24/7

17:50-18:40

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 139

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, you should look to book at least 78 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau (average of RM 139). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau in May is currently the most expensive (average of RM 331). 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 June 2026.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Price data was last updated on 20 June 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with AirAsia and Batik 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.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.5

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.5

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
83 reviews
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.5

Entertainment

5.8

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

Jonathan,Jan 2025

CMB - KUL

Awful experience. Boarding all passenger group at the same time. Cabin extremely hot while on the ground. So hot that a passenger fainted before take off so we had to return to the gate, delayed for 2 hours. Food was served after 4h in the air with all lights on until then, couldn't sleep on a red eye flight. No entertainment system for a 9h flight. Seat extremely narrow.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 3 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, 1,031 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 335, Batik Air 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 110. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are AirAsia, from RM 118, and Batik Air, from RM 120. Users have found that Firefly is 49% 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 55. Users have also found prices from RM 61 and RM 64 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 135. While the most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Tawau) can be booked for RM 241 on average, our data indicates RM 252 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau (average of RM 139). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau in May is currently the most expensive (average of RM 331). 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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Discover the top 3 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 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapestRM 110AverageRM 241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 118AverageRM 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 120AverageRM 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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