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BKITWUMon, 26 Oct
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Lowest fareRM128AirAsia
Fastest0h 50mgate to gate
Options found18flights on this route
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Mon, 26 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareRM128AirAsia06:35
Earliest departureRM1,593Malaysia Airlines05:20
Shortest durationRM128AirAsia06:35
Night
00:00-05:59
RM1,593Malaysia Airlines at 05:20Morning
06:00-11:59
RM128AirAsia at 06:35Afternoon
12:00-17:59
RM128AirAsia at 13:20Evening
18:00-23:59
RM128AirAsia at 19:20
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
GMT 8
Latitude: 5.9372100830078125
Longitude: 116.0510025024414
Tawau (TWU)
Tawau
Malaysia
GMT 8
Latitude: 4.320159912109375
Longitude: 118.12799835205078
Distance: Kota Kinabalu (BKI), Malaysia to Tawau (TWU), Malaysia - 291.96 km
Flights shown for 26 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
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Busiest periods: Year-end peak (01 Dec – 05 Jan).
25DecChristmas DayFridayPeak
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How to travel Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹3,01050m8 flights
Connecting flight₹20,989Longer, includes a stop10 options
Air distance is about 292 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 3 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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AI
AirAsia Flights
from RM1287 flights
Fares from
RM128
Non-stop
7 in these results
Departures
7 in the list above
MA
Malaysia Airlines Flights
from RM1,3297 flights
Fares from
RM1,329
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
7 in the list above
MA
Malindo Air Flights
from RM2124 flights
Fares from
RM212
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
4 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
0h 50m · AirAsia
First departure of the day
05:20 · Malaysia Airlines
Last departure of the day
19:20 · AirAsia
Flight options found
18
Direct / non-stop options
8
Airport codes
Kota Kinabalu–BKI, Tawau–TWU
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Mon, 26 Oct found 18 flight options, 8 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 05:20 and the last around 19:20. The fastest flight takes about 0h 50m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from RM128, Afternoon from RM128, Evening from RM128, Night from RM1,593. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Kota Kinabalu to Tawau dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Monday at RM128. This can change from week to week.
How far is Kota Kinabalu from Tawau by air?
The direct air distance between Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and Tawau (TWU) is about 292 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from BKI to TWU?
Yes. 8 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?
AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Malindo Air are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?
The quickest non-stop Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight on this page takes about 50m. Non-stop flights here take between 50m and 55m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 15 KG and 25 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight fare?
The lowest Kota Kinabalu to Tawau fare on this page is RM128. Fares on the same dates run up to RM3,160, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 05:20 and the last around 19:20, local time at Kota Kinabalu. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 291.96 km.
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Lowest Kota Kinabalu to Tawau airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare
RM128
26/10/2026
AirAsia
06:35
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
RM125
07/11/2026
AirAsia
06:35
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
RM121
06/01/2027
AirAsia
06:35
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Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau is about 292 KM. In these results, journey times range from 50m to 28h 40m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 18 flight options, 8 of them non-stop. The first departure from Kota Kinabalu is at 05:20 and the last is at 19:20. Flights leave from Kota Kinabalu and land at Tawau.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Aerial Distance
292 KM
Flight Duration
50m - 28h 40m
Airport Codes
Kota Kinabalu - BKI, Tawau - TWU
Total Flights Available
18 flights8 direct10 with layovers
First Flight Departure
Departs at 05:20
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 19:20
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
2 flights1 direct1 with layover
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
5 flights2 direct3 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
5 flights3 direct2 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
6 flights2 direct4 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
No flights in this time slot
Airport Information & Terminals
BKI: Kota Kinabalu airport. Kota Kinabalu airport may offer metro, rail, bus and taxi options. Choose public transport for daytime light-luggage arrivals; choose a cab or hotel transfer for family trips and late landings.
TWU: Tawau airport. Tawau airport may offer metro, rail, bus and taxi options. Choose public transport for daytime light-luggage arrivals; choose a cab or hotel transfer for family trips and late landings.
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