Travelling from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Tawau and Kuala Lumpur share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
There are 72 Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights every week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your TWU to KUL flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then discovering more of Malaysia!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with AirAsia on this route.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating TWU to KUL flights, with 75.9% of its services arriving as planned.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Right now, Rs15,603 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs31,083. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from TWU to KUL, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Tawau Airport (TWU)
When it comes to Tawau Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Tawau Airport from central Tawau, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, have a look at 3 Retro-Antique Inspired Interconnected Family Rooms at Country Lodge - Eco Valley Retreat 豐之谷. It's a short ride from TWU.
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Reserve a hotel near KUL if you're on a late Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Tawau Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from TWU to KUL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Travel about 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to check off its top sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.











