What airlines fly to Tawau?

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tawau from Kota Kinabalu according to our data. AirAsia is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tawau. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Tawau on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau on average per day?

The number of flights available between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau is 8 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 55% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 78 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?

According to our data, Batik Air have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau on average per week?

As of December 2025, 58 flights take off from Kota Kinabalu and land in Tawau each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

Batik Air and AirAsia are the most popular carriers operating from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport?

Prices for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport refresh daily.

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The number of operators available for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport is 2 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tawau Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tawau Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tawau Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tawau?

The month of November is another great option to travel to Tawau, with average flight prices from Kota Kinabalu averaging around $34.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Tawau?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Tawau is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $32. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $59. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Tawau.

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Our data shows that the cheapest Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Tawau in the morning for as low as $37. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $69.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tawau from Kota Kinabalu when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tawau for around $39 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tawau from Kota Kinabalu for as low as $32 on momondo.

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How have Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$17
Fastest flight time	8h 55m
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The best one-way flight to Tawau from Kota Kinabalu in the past 72 hours is $17. The best round-trip flight deal from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $30.

The fastest flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau takes 8h 55m

Direct flights go from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport near Tawau: Tawau (TWU)

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There are 173.0 mi between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau. 8h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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The number of operators available for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport is 2 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tawau Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tawau Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tawau Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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What is the most popular airline from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau is AirAsia, representing 75% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Batik Air at 25%.

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AirAsia Flights From Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
AirAsia is one of the most popular airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, operating 44 flights/week on average for this route. A good AirAsia flight deal for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau starts from $29 round-trip, up to an average price of $42. Our users have rated AirAsia at 6.8/10.
Batik Air Flights From Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
$29 is the best Batik Air flight deal from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Batik Air ticket price found was closer to $40, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Batik Air (5.8/10 from 76 user reviews) flies into Tawau from Kota Kinabalu 14 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tawau?

The month of November is another great option to travel to Tawau, with average flight prices from Kota Kinabalu averaging around $34.

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Tawau?

Our data shows that the cheapest Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Tawau in the morning for as low as $37. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $69.

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There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?

Batik Air and AirAsia are the most popular carriers operating from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau

What airlines fly to Tawau?

How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 78 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights?

According to our data, Batik Air have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau on average per day?

The number of flights available between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau is 8 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 55% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau on average per week?

As of December 2025, 58 flights take off from Kota Kinabalu and land in Tawau each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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