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Flight deals from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,300. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.R 552 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 552, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 552 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 552, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 553 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 553, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 553 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 553, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 592 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 592, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 599 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 599, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 604 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 604, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 630 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Tawau on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 630, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 640 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 640, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 754 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Tawau on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 754, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,224 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 May.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Tawau on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,224, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,261 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Tawau on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,261, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from R 630
Jul
from R 640
Aug
from R 552
Sep
from R 553
Oct
from R 552
Nov
from R 553
Dec
from R 599
Jan
from R 592
Feb
from R 754
Mar
from R 604
Apr
from R 2,261
May
from R 2,224

Direct flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu

Tawau to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kota Kinabalu.

Kota Kinabalu

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Tawau to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 552
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time51 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week62

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu is R 1,126. 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.
51 minutes is the average flight time from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu.
AirAsia and BatikAir Malaysia fly direct from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu.
As of June 2026, there are 62 flights per week flying from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Monday, 14 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 51 minutes.
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 Kota Kinabalu 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

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

  • The average time for a direct flight from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 50 minutes.

  • Tawau and Kota Kinabalu are in the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • Choose from 130 weekly Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flights. The 07:50 departure with AirAsia is the earliest available. AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 19:10.

  • Your TWU to BKI flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • AirAsia is your gateway to discovering Kota Kinabalu (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Malaysia!). Browse the direct flights from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is AirAsia.

  • The most punctual carrier operating TWU to BKI flights is AirAsia. Its services land without delay 72.24% of the time.

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

  • Right now, R 552 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,126. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from TWU to BKI, book your trip six months before your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from TWU to BKI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

Handy information about Tawau Airport (TWU)

  • Of the flights that depart from Tawau Airport, 66.3% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Tawau to Tawau Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, have a look at Afeny Homestay. It's a quick drive from TWU.

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from TWU to BKI in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Sandakan is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kota Kinabalu. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Malaysia, consider Tawau, about 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.