Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau from RM 126
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — TWU
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau are usually found in January or November, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Sunday
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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 23 September 2026.
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Best flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 September 2026.
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Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Explore direct flight options from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 23 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Discover last-minute flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Data last updated 23 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Search for one-way flight options from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 23 September 2026.
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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 23 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 23 September 2026.
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Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 3/10
15:20-16:15
Nonstop0h 55m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 130
Fastest return journey
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Sun 4/10
06:30-07:20
Nonstop0h 50m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 139
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 7/10
15:20-16:15
Nonstop0h 55m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 139
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 18/12
15:20-16:10
Nonstop0h 50m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 139
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Mon 28/9
15:20-16:15
Nonstop0h 55m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 183
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Thu 31/12
15:45-16:40
Nonstop0h 55m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 228
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Fri 23/10
06:45-10:05
1 stop3h 20m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 289
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Wed 20/1
06:45-10:05
1 stop3h 20m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 302
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Tue 3/11
06:45-10:05
1 stop3h 20m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 306
Kota KinabaluTawau
BKI Kota Kinabalu - TWU Tawau
BKITWU
Kota Kinabalu
Sat 7/11
12:40-10:05
1 stop21h 25m
Tawau
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
RM 310
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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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 72 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 330). 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 23 September 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 28% 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 19 September 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. Friday at midday 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?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights typically cost between RM 204 and RM 293 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 245 on Multiple Airlines (5 Oct–7 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Explore weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 September 2026.
The most flights from BKI to TWU are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).
How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau delayed?
About 12% of weekly flights between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 78 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?
Over the past year, Batik Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.
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 23 September 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.
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.
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.
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
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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 6 daily flights to Tawau from 2 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, 874 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 310, 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 119. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is AirAsia. Users have found that Batik Air is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 122. While the most popular route (Kota Kinabalu - Tawau) can be booked for RM 200 on average, our data indicates RM 214 when flying 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 330). 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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