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Cheapest round-trip
$131
Typical prices: $90-$164
AirAsia
Tue 11/27Fri 11/30
KUL - TWU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$77
Typical prices: $54-$110
AirAsia
Sat 10/6
KUL - TWU • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and others. Average duration is 2h 54m.
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Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $232 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 42m (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

Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
AirAsia Logo
10:15 am - 1:10 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
AirAsia Logo
9:30 am - 12:15 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 45mnonstop
$131AirAsia
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
AirAsia Logo
6:05 pm - 8:55 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 50mnonstop
AirAsia Logo
9:30 pm - 12:20 amTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$131AirAsia
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
AirAsia Logo
6:05 pm - 8:55 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 50mnonstop
AirAsia Logo
8:20 pm - 11:10 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$136AirAsia
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 8:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 7:50 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 45mnonstop
$149Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 8:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 7:50 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 45mnonstop
$150Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15
Firefly Logo
5:40 pm - 8:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Firefly Logo
9:35 pm - 12:30 amTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 55mnonstop
$163Firefly
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
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
$194Malaysia Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
Malaysia Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 10:25 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-TWU Tawau
2h 55mnonstop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
6:25 pm - 9:15 pmTWU  Tawau-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$198Malaysia Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31
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
$213Batik Air
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31
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
$214Batik Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau start at $131. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $90 to $164. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $131 on AirAsia.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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 $89 round-trip.
  • March ($169) and August ($166) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 32% 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

July

Cheapest flight

$77
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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 extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Firefly: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available 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

  • 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).

  • 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • 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 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 $119 round-trip, compared to $232 via a layover through Sandakan (SDK).

  • 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 $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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Batik Air and Firefly. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • 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) - 87% of one-stop connections
    • Sandakan (SDK) - 13% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $111 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $130, a difference of $19. 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 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, 27% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 1 minute.

  • 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 58% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 8:54 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:05 pm and lands at 8:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 54m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 28% above the route average of $120. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau takes 2h 54m, 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.

  • 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 $131 to $953. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $115, which is 47% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Malaysia Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau flights?

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

    • Malaysia Airlines: 93% on time
    • Firefly: 67% on time
    • AirAsia: 67% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 73% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport 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 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 42m, compared with 14h 53m via Sandakan (SDK).

  • 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 $90 to $164, with an average of $120 over the past 12 months. Anything below $90 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $111 - about $19 less than Monday (15% 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 32% 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 $89 round-trip in that month - typically $80 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Malaysia Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 93% of Malaysia Airlines flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tawau arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 73%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 1 minute, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.

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,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Sunday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

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Direct returns

Tawau to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Sunday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

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