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TWUBKISat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareRM149AirAsia
Fastest0h 45mgate to gate
Options found11flights on this route
Find your flightTWU → BKI
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareRM149AirAsia07:45
Earliest departureRM149AirAsia07:45
Shortest durationRM149AirAsia08:15
Night
00:00-05:59
No optionOpen full search for moreMorning
06:00-11:59
RM149AirAsia at 07:45Afternoon
12:00-17:59
RM234AirAsia at 13:00Evening
18:00-23:59
RM299AirAsia at 20:25
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Tawau (TWU)
Tawau
Malaysia
GMT 8
Latitude: 4.320159912109375
Longitude: 118.12799835205078
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
GMT 8
Latitude: 5.9372100830078125
Longitude: 116.0510025024414
Distance: Tawau (TWU), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu (BKI), Malaysia - 291.96 km
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Busiest periods: Year-end peak (01 Dec – 05 Jan).
16SepMalaysia DayWednesday · in 3 daysPeak
25DecChristmas DayFriday · in 103 days
01JanNew Year's DayFriday · in 110 days
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How to travel Tawau to Kota Kinabalu
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Non-stop flight Fastest₹3,48745m8 flights today
Connecting flight₹43,715Longer — includes a stop3 options
Air distance is about 292 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 2 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu
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AI
AirAsia Flights
from RM1497 flights
Fares from
RM149
Non-stop
7 in these results
Departures
7 — compare timings in the list above
MA
Malindo Air Flights
from RM3204 flights
Fares from
RM320
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
4 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
0h 45m · AirAsia
First departure of the day
07:45 · AirAsia
Last departure of the day
20:25 · AirAsia
Options in this snapshot
11
Direct / non-stop options
8
Airport codes
Tawau–TWU, Kota Kinabalu–BKI
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 11 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 8 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 07:45 and the last around 20:25. The fastest flight takes about 0h 45m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from RM149, Afternoon from RM234, Evening from RM299. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Tawau to Kota Kinabalu 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. Across the dates currently loaded for Tawau to Kota Kinabalu, Saturday shows the lowest fare at RM149. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Tawau from Kota Kinabalu by air?
The direct air distance between Tawau (TWU) and Kota Kinabalu (BKI) 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 TWU to BKI?
Yes. 8 non-stop flights are showing on Tawau to Kota Kinabalu for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?
AirAsia and Malindo Air are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. 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 Tawau to Kota Kinabalu?
The quickest non-stop Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flight currently loaded takes about 45m. Across the non-stop options showing, block time ranges from 45m to 55m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 15 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 Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Tawau to Kota Kinabalu for the dates currently loaded is RM149. Fares on the same dates run up to RM1,933, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Tawau to Kota Kinabalu flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 07:45 and the last is around 20:25, local time at Tawau. 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 Tawau to Kota Kinabalu airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
RM149
03/10/2026
AirAsia
07:45
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
RM146
13/10/2026
AirAsia
07:45
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
RM141
12/12/2026
AirAsia
07:45
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Tawau to Kota Kinabalu Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Tawau and Kota Kinabalu is approximately 292 KM. The flight duration ranges from 0H :45 M up to 29H :15 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Tawau to Kota Kinabalu Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 11 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Tawau at 07:45, while the last night flight leaves at 20:25. Flights depart from Tawau and land at Kota Kinabalu.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Tawau to Kota Kinabalu
Aerial Distance
292 KM
Flight Duration
0H :45 M - 29H :15 M
Airport Codes
Tawau - TWU, Kota Kinabalu - BKI
Total Flights Available
11 flights (8 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 07:45
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 20:25
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
1 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
2 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
3 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
4 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
1 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
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.
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.
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