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Cheapest round-trip
$64
Typical prices: $40-$77
AirAsia
Tue 9/25Fri 9/28
BKI - TWU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$32
Typical prices: $24-$44
AirAsia
Fri 9/28
BKI - TWU • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with AirAsia and Batik Air. Average duration is 0h 51m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 41% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau (BKI-TWU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
AirAsia Logo
7:10 pm - 8:00 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 50mnonstop
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8:25 pm - 9:15 pmTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 50mnonstop
$64AirAsia
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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1:30 pm - 2:20 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 50mnonstop
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12:50 pm - 1:40 pmTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 50mnonstop
$65AirAsia
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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7:10 pm - 8:00 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 50mnonstop
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1:00 pm - 1:50 pmTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 50mnonstop
$65AirAsia
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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3:05 pm - 3:55 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 50mnonstop
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8:15 am - 9:00 amTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 45mnonstop
$65AirAsia
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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8:30 pm - 9:20 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 50mnonstop
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8:15 am - 9:00 amTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 45mnonstop
$65AirAsia
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
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7:10 pm - 8:00 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 50mnonstop
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8:15 am - 9:00 amTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 45mnonstop
$65AirAsia
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 16
AirAsia Logo
6:30 am - 7:20 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 50mnonstop
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2:45 pm - 3:35 pmTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 50mnonstop
$65AirAsia
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:30 am - 7:20 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 50mnonstop
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5:50 pm - 6:40 pmTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 50mnonstop
$65AirAsia
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
Batik Air Logo
3:45 pm - 4:40 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
0h 55mnonstop
Batik Air Logo
1:45 pm - 2:40 pmTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 55mnonstop
$84Batik Air
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 12:40 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-TWU Tawau
5h 55m1 stop Sandakan
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 9:15 pmTWU  Tawau-BKI Kota Kinabalu
0h 50mnonstop
$105Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

Round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau start at $64. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $40 to $77. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $64 on AirAsia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January and November are the cheapest months to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau at $34 round-trip.
  • May ($81) and June ($76) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 138% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau the cheapest?

Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$32
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

When to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?

    Among airlines operating Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights:

    • Batik Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    2 airlines operate flights between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • AirAsia
    • Batik Air

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Tawau (TWU).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Batik Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $5–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Kota Kinabalu to Tawau route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $52 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $59, a difference of $7. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kota Kinabalu to Tawau route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 16 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:25 am and lands at 7:16 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:30 pm and lands at 9:21 pm.

    The flight takes about 0h 51m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 5% above the route average of $57. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau takes 0h 51m, covering 180 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $42, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does AirAsia’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?

    AirAsia is the only airline operating Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau range from $40 to $77, with an average of $57 over the past 12 months. Anything below $40 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $52 - about $7 less than Wednesday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kota Kinabalu to Tawau trip for January. Fares historically average $34 round-trip in that month - typically $47 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

Monday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Tuesday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Wednesday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Thursday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Friday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Saturday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Sunday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

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Direct returns

Tawau to Kota Kinabalu

Monday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Tuesday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Wednesday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Thursday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Friday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Saturday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

Sunday

AirAsia,Batik Air

AirAsia,Batik Air

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