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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Penang to Tawau? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Tawau

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Tawau flights are currently cheapest in March.

Penang to Tawau: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Penang to Tawau below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tawau.

George Town to Tawau: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 482
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Tawau: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Penang to Tawau is AED 482. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Penang to Tawau. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 482.
There are no flights flying from Penang to Tawau, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Tawau is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Tawau Airport on Friday, March 6, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Penang Airport and Tawau Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tawau but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tawau is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tawau.

Flying from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tawau Airport (TWU): what you need to know

  • Tawau's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as George Town.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your PEN to TWU flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between PEN and TWU include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Kota Kinabalu International Airport

    • Senai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tawau Airport (TWU)

  • AED 244 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport flight. Return flights start at AED 482. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from PEN to TWU, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap flights from Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PEN to TWU by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport.

Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Penang International Airport, data shows 69.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Penang International Airport is about 18 kilometers from central George Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PEN:

Arriving at Tawau Airport (TWU)

  • Consider a stay at Afeny Homestay after touching down from your Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport flight. It's only a short drive from TWU and a comfortable option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.

Getting from Tawau Airport (TWU) to central Tawau

  • Tawau Airport is roughly 31 kilometers from central Tawau. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Tawau Airport (TWU)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Tawau in February.

  • The warmest month in Tawau is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PEN to TWU around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've seen Tawau, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Journey about 274 kilometers north-west to Kota Kinabalu to check off its popular sights. From DREAM to Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Sandakan is another well-known destination in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometers north of Tawau. No trip is complete without experiencing Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

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