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Cheapest round-trip
$132
Typical prices: $93-$178
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 11/21Wed 11/28
KUL - TWU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$65
Typical prices: $60-$118
AirAsia
Sat 11/17
KUL - TWU • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and others. Average duration is 2h 58m.
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Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $240 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau (KUL-TWU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
Malaysia Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 7:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 11:30 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$132Malaysia Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
AirAsia Logo
6:00 am - 8:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
AirAsia Logo
1:45 pm - 4:35 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$141AirAsia
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
AirAsia Logo
6:00 am - 8:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
AirAsia Logo
6:55 pm - 9:50 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$142AirAsia
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 11:30 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$143Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
Malaysia Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 7:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 11:30 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$146Malaysia Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
Firefly Logo
4:40 pm - 7:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Firefly Logo
8:35 pm - 11:30 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$160Firefly
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 7:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 1:00 amTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
8h 25m1 stop Kota Kinabalu
$163Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
Batik Air Logo
9:45 am - 12:45 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
3h 00mnonstop
Batik Air Logo
1:45 pm - 7:20 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
5h 35m1 stop Kota Kinabalu
$167Batik Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
Firefly Logo
4:40 pm - 7:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Firefly Logo
8:35 pm - 11:30 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$183Firefly
Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 3
Batik Air Logo
9:45 am - 12:45 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
3h 00mnonstop
Batik Air Logo
5:30 pm - 8:25 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$187Batik Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

Round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau typically range from $93 to $178. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $132, on Malaysia Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau at $93 round-trip.
•August ($185) and March ($181) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 98% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau the cheapest?

Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$65
Beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau

When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:58 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:05 pm and lands at 9:03 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 58m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau takes 2h 58m, covering 1,136 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport 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 much should I expect to pay for a Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau range from $93 to $178, with an average of $130 over the past 12 months. Anything below $93 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $130 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $129 round-trip, compared to $240 via a layover through Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    Malaysia Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while AirAsia has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights are:

    • Malaysia Airlines: 92% on time
    • AirAsia: 70% on time
    • Firefly: 67% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 75% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $6–$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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Batik Air and Malaysia Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights, with 63% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 37%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $132 to $418. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $93, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau usually depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and arrive at Tawau (TWU).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau pass through?

    Connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau most commonly pass through:

    • Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Sandakan (SDK) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $124 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $138, a difference of $14.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    4 airlines operate flights between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Tawau. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • AirAsia
    • Malaysia Airlines
    • Batik Air
    • Firefly

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    Flying via Kota Kinabalu (BKI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 52m, compared with 15h 12m via Sandakan (SDK).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights?

    Among airlines operating Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights:

    • AirAsia: offers free seat selection
    • Malaysia Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Batik Air: offers free seat selection
    • Firefly: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport 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
    • Malaysia Airlines: 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 always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $124, about $14 less than Saturday fares (10% 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 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau trip for January. Fares historically average $93 round-trip in that month - typically $92 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Malaysia Airlines. Over the past three months, 92% of Malaysia Airlines flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 75%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.

Prefer to fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Tawau

Monday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Thursday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Friday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Saturday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Sunday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

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Direct returns

Tawau to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Thursday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Friday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Saturday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Sunday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

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