Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Tawau (TWU)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $95. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Tawau.$88 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.

Tawau.$88 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.

Tawau.$89 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $89, select.

Tawau.$92 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.

Tawau.$92 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.

Tawau.$93 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $93, select.

Tawau.$95 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $95, select.

Tawau.$95 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $95, select.

Tawau.$96 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr, returning Sun, 4 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $96, select.

Tawau.$96 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $96, select.

Tawau.$96 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $96, select.

Tawau.$97 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $97, select.

Tawau.$98 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.

Tawau.$98 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.

Tawau.$102 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jun, returning Tue, 15 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Tue, 15 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $102, select.

Tawau.$102 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Tawau.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $102, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Kota Kinabalu to Tawau: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$88
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	51 mins
Most popular airline	AirAsia
Average flights per week	67

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau is $88. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

51 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

Which airlines fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

AirAsia and BatikAir Malaysia fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

How many flights are there a week from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

As of August 2026, there are 69 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport on Thursday, 1 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 51 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Tawau?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tawau but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Tawau?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tawau is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau with?

Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tawau.

Travelling from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Tawau Airport (TWU): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport is 50 minutes.
Kota Kinabalu and Tawau are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Take your pick of 62 weekly Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport flights. The 06:25 departure with AirAsia is the earliest available. AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 19:35.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BKI to TWU flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Tawau (and perhaps some other great corners of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with AirAsia on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering BKI to TWU flights is AirAsia. Its services arrive as planned 73.41% of the time.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a popular stopover on the BKI to TWU route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Tawau Airport (TWU)

$43 is currently the best price for a one-way Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport flight. A return flight starts at $88. These prices may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BKI to TWU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BKI to TWU couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)

65% of flights that take off from Kota Kinabalu Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Kota Kinabalu Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Tawau Airport (TWU)

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Getting from Tawau Airport (TWU) to central Tawau

Tawau Airport to the centre of Tawau has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Tawau Airport (TWU)

April is the busiest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Tawau in March.
Lock in your flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport for May if you'd like to go to Tawau during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BKI to TWU in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tawau. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Manukan Island.
Sandakan is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometres north of Tawau. No trip is complete without experiencing Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park.