BKI - TWU

$36 Find Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau departing on 11/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Tawau

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, as well as popular online travel agencies
Travelers love KAYAK
41,299,237 searches in the past 7 days on KAYAK

Save 23% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search.

Track pricesNot ready to book? Create a price alert for when prices drop.

Bundle and saveSave money when you bundle your flight + hotel.

Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$36
Overall average: $38
AirAsia
Thu 11/27Sun 11/30
BKI - TWU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$45
Typical prices: $18-30
AirAsia
Mon 1/5
BKI - TWU • Non-stop
Top airlines
AirAsia
Cheapest • from $36 (round-trip)
AirAsia
Best reviews • 6.8 score
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
+1
+1
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
+1
When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
Insights
Insights
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 15% price drop
January
Most popular
Good to know
Good to know
+1
+1
Good to know
Good to know
+1
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Tawau!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

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

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

Thu, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 30
AirAsia Logo
6:25 am - 7:15 amBKI-TWU
0h 50mnonstop
AirAsia Logo
9:15 pm - 10:05 pmTWU-BKI
0h 50mnonstop
$36AirAsia
Find Deal
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 7:15 amBKI-TWU
0h 50mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:05 pmTWU-BKI
5h 40m1 stop
$85Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 7:15 amBKI-TWU
0h 50mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:05 pmTWU-BKI
5h 40m1 stop
$87Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 5:50 pmBKI-TWU
0h 50mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 6:20 pmTWU-BKI
7h 55m1 stop
$88Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 10:05 amBKI-TWU
3h 20m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 10:05 pmTWU-BKI
0h 50mnonstop
$89Multiple Airlines
Find Deal
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5
AirAsia Logo
6:25 am - 7:15 amBKI-TWU
0h 50mnonstop
AirAsia Logo
9:20 pm - 1:55 pmTWU-BKI
16h 35m2 stops
$98AirAsia
Find Deal
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5
AirAsia Logo
6:25 am - 7:15 amBKI-TWU
0h 50mnonstop
AirAsia Logo
9:20 pm - 1:55 pmTWU-BKI
16h 35m2 stops
$101AirAsia
Find Deal
Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 25
Batik Air Logo
7:00 am - 9:50 amBKI-TWU
26h 50m1 stop
Batik Air Logo
10:50 am - 11:45 amTWU-BKI
0h 55mnonstop
$118Batik Air
Find Deal
Thu, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 30
Batik Air Logo
11:45 am - 7:20 pmBKI-TWU
7h 35m1 stop
Batik Air Logo
10:50 am - 11:45 amTWU-BKI
0h 55mnonstop
$121Batik Air
Find Deal
Thu, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 30
Batik Air Logo
11:45 am - 7:20 pmBKI-TWU
7h 35m1 stop
Batik Air Logo
10:50 am - 11:45 amTWU-BKI
0h 55mnonstop
$142Batik Air
Find Deal
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Tawau, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau is April, where tickets cost $34 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $48 and $46 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$36
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% 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.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau was $45 for a one-way ticket and $36 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Kota Kinabalu airport is called Kota Kinabalu and the only airport in Tawau is Tawau.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    There are nonstop flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, AirAsia or Batik Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau are AirAsia and Batik Air. With an average price for the route of $45 and an overall rating of 6.8, AirAsia is the most popular choice. Batik Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $40 and an overall rating of 5.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tawau from Kota Kinabalu is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Tawau with an airline and back to Kota Kinabalu with another airline. Booking your flights between Kota Kinabalu and TWU can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tawau from Kota Kinabalu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $17 or less one-way and $43 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying 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

See more direct flights

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

See more direct flights

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.8
AirAsiaOverall score based on 218 reviews
7.4Crew
5.7Entertainment
6.3Food
6.7Comfort
6.9Boarding
Airline reviews

Fast Pass but delay at Check-In Counter. Limited Counter when there are alot of ppls Check-In

10.0 ExcellentJamaludin, Jul 2025KUL - YIA
Read more AirAsia reviews

Fast Pass but delay at Check-In Counter. Limited Counter when there are alot of ppls Check-In

We were told that flight was delayed by 20 mins, but it left close to an hour late. But they did make it up and arrived early; it's just very difficult to keep waiting when it's a late flight. Food was mediocre.

The flight has been delayed for nearly an hour, yet neither the captain nor the chief steward made an effort to explain the reason for the delay or offer any apologies to the passengers.

We recently flew with AirAsia and encountered several issues. Our flight was delayed by over an hour, and both boarding and takeoff were postponed without any prior notification. Although we eventually realized there was a delay on our own, the crew did inform us afterward. To make up for lost time, the pilot took off at high speed, resulting in some turbulent moments that were quite scary. Despite these challenges, the cabin crew did an excellent job managing the situation and easing the inconvenience. Overall, while the delays and turbulence made for a stressful experience, I appreciated the crew’s efforts to keep us as comfortable as possible.

I had a wonderful experience with this company. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our pilot was skilled and clearly experienced. The value for the price was excellent. I would definitely recommend them.

Very quick turn around, plane was in good condition, alles paletti.

My flight boarding was interrupted as gate staff said I needed visa in advance for Vietnam....

Instead of landing we had to go around and landed in Kuala Lumpur International Airport instead of Subang. Then we had to restart and arrived over 2.5 hrs late

As usual, poor communication on delays. No info, no updates, no apologies.

Boarding was nuts. Gate change. Delayed. No communication from gate staff. They seemed lost. Rest of the flight went well

Batik Air is racing to the bottom of the list with its consistent flight delays. Especially out of Malaysia. Shocking that they keep getting away with it without any form of punishment from the authorities. Also very inconsistent rules on cabin luggage.

Need to improve the availability of the food. Seems like everything sold out

Did not like that we were not informed about the 4 hour delay, crew not friendly, noone at terminals to consult with...all employees for Batrik were behind glass aftervgoing through security at the gate again. Why no agent at Gate H 10 to answer questions? And no apology. Updates would have eased anxiety. Boarding is disorderly also.

During this flight all the crew just focused on making money by selling food and drinks. There was only one washroom open. And it really smelled bad and wasn’t usable. Even to watch something onboard entertainment u have to rent headphones pathetic airline but only one with direct flight so pretty much the only option from Karachi to KL

Delayed for 3 hours, need to pay extra for drinking water.

The OD2204 KUL-LGK was delayed 40 minutes due to air-condition malfuntion, after inspection the technician give green light for the flight to go as usual but the air-condition is still not working properly, passengers complaining to the stewardess but they cannot do anything, I did tweet to @malindoair to complaint but no reply from them … hope this Batik Air is not having problem like Rayani Air and I do hope the management do respond to my complaint as well

Nasi lemak was horrible. Plain white rice, tasteless sambal, no cucumber, no kacang, no ikan bilis. And the chicken was colourless and tasteless, tasted like boiled chicken. Entertainment system didn't work at all.

2 delayed flights - hotel layover in a different country- lost baggage.

Silly to not even offer people water for free when they are paying so much for tickets.

You get what you pay for. It’s functional and gets you from point A to B in good comfort. However, food options are limited and cash only, Crew is a hit and miss .. they get your attention if you reach out.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flights, car rentals and package deals with KAYAK.