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Cheap flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu (TWU - BKI) from $56

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/17. 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.
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May 13 — May 201
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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 Monday

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 8, 2024.

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Average price

$37

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$915
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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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Malaysia Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 5/2512:45 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 5/316:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$188
Sat 5/2512:45 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 5/296:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$194

Cheap AirAsia flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by AirAsia 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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available AirAsia flights departing from Tawau and landing in Kota Kinabalu. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Fri 5/1710:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 6/15:30 pmBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Deal found 5/7$56
Fri 5/177:50 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 6/110:40 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop10h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 5/7$141

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 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 5/1710:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 6/15:30 pmBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Deal found 5/7$56
Fri 5/177:50 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 6/110:40 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop10h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 5/7$141
Sat 5/2512:45 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 5/316:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$188
Sat 5/2512:45 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 5/296:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$194
Fri 5/177:10 pmTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/110:25 amBKI - TWU
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$224
Thu 5/911:50 amTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 20mBatik Air
Sun 5/129:30 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop13h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 5/7$247
Thu 5/98:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 5/129:50 amBKI - TWU
1 stop7h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$251
Thu 5/911:50 amTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 20mBatik Air
Sun 5/129:30 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop13h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 5/6$258
Fri 5/1711:50 amTWU - BKI
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/110:25 amBKI - TWU
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$316

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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 5/1710:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 6/15:30 pmBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Deal found 5/7$56
Fri 5/177:50 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 6/110:40 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop10h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 5/7$141
Sat 5/2512:45 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 5/316:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$188
Sat 5/2512:45 pmTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 5/296:35 amBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$194
Fri 5/177:10 pmTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/110:25 amBKI - TWU
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$224
Thu 5/911:50 amTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 20mBatik Air
Sun 5/129:30 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop13h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 5/7$247
Thu 5/98:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 5/129:50 amBKI - TWU
1 stop7h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$251
Thu 5/911:50 amTWU - BKI
1 stop8h 20mBatik Air
Sun 5/129:30 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop13h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 5/6$258
Fri 5/1711:50 amTWU - BKI
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/110:25 amBKI - TWU
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$316

Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu should consider booking one of these fares. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Fri 5/1710:10 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 6/15:30 pmBKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Deal found 5/7$56
Fri 5/177:50 amTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 6/110:40 pmBKI - TWU
1 stop10h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 5/7$141
Fri 5/177:10 pmTWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/110:25 amBKI - TWU
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$224
Fri 5/1711:50 amTWU - BKI
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/110:25 amBKI - TWU
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$316
Fri 5/174:55 pmTWU - BKI
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/110:25 amBKI - TWU
3 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$600
Fri 5/179:30 amTWU - BKI
3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/110:25 amBKI - TWU
3 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$627

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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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TWU - BKI

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1 stop8h 15m

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Fri 5/31

Nonstop0h 55m

$188

TawauKota Kinabalu

TWU - BKI

TWUBKI

Tawau

Sat 5/25

1 stop8h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 5/29

Nonstop0h 55m

$194

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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 3, 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 5, 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 $0 while a round-trip flight costs $191. Price data was last updated on May 5, 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 8, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu, such as Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
396 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
396 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
396 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

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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 $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Malaysia Airlines for just $188, but on average you can expect to pay $191.

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    There are currently 6+ open flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu within the next 7 days for less than $100.

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

    Currently priced at $188, 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 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 $38. 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.

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    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.

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  • 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 5/7.

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