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Cheap flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu (TWU - BKI) from $18

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/28. 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.
TWU — BKI
May 21 — May 281
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The best prices from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in June or October, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tawau (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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February

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June

Round-trip from

$915

One-way from

$36
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

Users have found that leaving on a Wednesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 256% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu at least 55 days early can save you up to 82% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 55 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu for as little as $35 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $57 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

Our data shows that June tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Tawau. Users have commonly found prices around $41 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $12. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in February.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu (TWU - BKI)?

It’s optimal to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Malaysia Airlines flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Malaysia Airlines for the route between Tawau and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Thu 9/268:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/296:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$70
Thu 9/2611:35 amTWU - BKI
1 stop24h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/296:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$101
Thu 9/2611:35 amTWU - BKI
1 stop24h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/295:20 amBKI - TWU
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/14$166
Thu 9/2611:35 amTWU - BKI
1 stop24h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/297:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop27h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$189
Mon 5/272:40 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop9h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 5/306:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$236
Mon 5/272:40 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop9h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 5/3010:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop7h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$418

Cheap Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Mon 5/272:40 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop9h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 5/306:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$236
Mon 5/272:40 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop9h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 5/3010:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop7h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$418

Tawau to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Tawau and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Thu 9/268:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/296:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$70
Sun 12/228:30 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 1/17:00 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$77
Thu 9/2611:35 amTWU - BKI
1 stop24h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/296:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/14$101
Thu 9/2611:35 amTWU - BKI
1 stop24h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/295:20 amBKI - TWU
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/14$166
Sun 12/158:30 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 12/1710:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop7h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$171
Thu 9/2611:35 amTWU - BKI
1 stop24h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/297:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop27h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$189
Mon 5/272:40 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop9h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 5/306:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/16$236
Sun 12/226:15 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop6h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 1/17:00 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$242
Sun 12/156:15 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop6h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 12/1710:00 amBKI - TWU
1 stop7h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$308

Non-stop flights to Kota Kinabalu from Tawau

Discover non-stop flight options from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Thu 9/268:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/296:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/15$70

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu from Tawau

Search for one-way flight options from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Fri 6/288:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mFirefly
Deal found 5/14$18
Mon 7/111:15 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 5/14$22
Tue 6/257:50 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 5/14$24
Thu 5/238:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mFirefly
Deal found 5/16$36
Thu 5/2311:35 amTWU - BKI
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$52
Wed 6/2611:00 amTWU - BKI
1 stop7h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/14$102
Fri 6/286:15 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop29h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/14$109
Sat 6/2911:00 amTWU - BKI
1 stop7h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/14$119
Thu 6/2711:00 amTWU - BKI
1 stop7h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/14$132

Find flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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$70 - $418

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TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Thu 9/26

Nonstop0h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/29

Nonstop0h 55m

$70

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Thu 9/26

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/29

Nonstop0h 55m

$101

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Thu 9/26

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/29

1 stop28h 50m

$166

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Thu 9/26

1 stop24h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/29

1 stop27h 10m

$189

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Mon 5/27

1 stop9h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/30

Nonstop0h 55m

$236

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Mon 5/27

1 stop9h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 5/30

1 stop7h 30m

$418

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Deals found on 5/15

When is the best time to book a flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu is currently $68 while a round-trip flight costs $197. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

78.8 - 80.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
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Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
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Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

AirAsia
6.7
Okay
250 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
389 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

    If you wish to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Tawau, then you need to book flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu. There are 5 flights from Tawau (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) per day to choose from. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from Tawau are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 50h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu typically takes.

  • Can I find flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Malaysia Airlines for just $70, but on average you can expect to pay $196.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu is less than $70.

  • How popular is this Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    This flight path from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu was viewed by 23 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Currently priced at $70, Malaysia Airlines will fly you from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu and back. In addition to Malaysia Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Firefly. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $18. Users have also found prices from $22 and $102 on AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu consider choosing AirAsia (74%), Firefly (72%) or Malaysia Airlines (71%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

    The cheapest flight price from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu is $17. On average you can expect to pay $42. The most popular route, (Tawau - Kota Kinabalu), can usually be booked for $341.

  • What does TWU to BKI mean?

    This is defined as Tawau Airport (TWU) and Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI). Codes like Kota Kinabalu Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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