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Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau

Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Tawau (TWU) take about 2h 47m (1,830 km). AirAsia and Batik Air Malaysia fly it. Lowest fare seen: $63 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Kuala Lumpur to Tawau

Carriers on KUL–TWU according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ AirAsianonstop fare seen✈ Batik Air Malaysianonstop fare seen

Kuala Lumpur to Tawau fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $63 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$9829 Oct 2026 · Batik Air Malaysia—
Nov 2026$6322 Nov 2026 · AirAsia—
Dec 2026$8115 Dec 2026 · AirAsia—
Jan 2027$6512 Jan 2027 · AirAsia—
Feb 2027$6420 Feb 2027 · AirAsia—
Mar 2027$1439 Mar 2027 · Batik Air Malaysia—

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Fares were close across the months we saw: $63 for November 2026, $64 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Kuala Lumpur to Tawau, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Kuala Lumpur to Tawau flights

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau?
A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Tawau (TWU) takes about 2h 47m, covering 1,830 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Kuala Lumpur from Tawau by air?
The great-circle distance between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Tawau Airport is 1,830 km (1,137 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the KUL–TWU route include AirAsia and Batik Air Malaysia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on KUL–TWU was $63 USD with AirAsia (nonstop), departing 22 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $63 one-way, against $143 for March 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Malaysia to Tawau?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Tawau visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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