£75 Cheap Flights from Penang (PEN) to Tawau (TWU)

Q: How much are return flights from Penang to Tawau?

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Tawau is £75. 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.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Penang to Tawau?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Penang to Tawau. But we found flights with one or more stops from £75.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Penang to Tawau?

As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Penang to Tawau.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Penang to Tawau?

The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Tawau is usually November.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Tawau Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Tawau Airport on Saturday, 1 November 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Penang Airport to Tawau Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Penang Airport and Tawau Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Tawau?

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.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Tawau?

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.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Penang Airport to Tawau with?

Currently, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tawau.

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

Tawau.£75 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Penang on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Tawau.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Tawau on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £75, select.

Tawau.£80 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Penang on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Tawau.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Tawau on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £80, select.

Tawau.£80 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Penang on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Tawau.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Tawau on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £80, select.

Tawau.£83 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Firefly.Outbound indirect flight with Firefly, departs from Penang on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Tawau.Inbound indirect flight with Firefly, departs from Tawau on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £83, select.

Tawau.£90 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Firefly and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Firefly, departs from Penang on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Tawau.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.

Tawau.£91 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Penang on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Tawau.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Tawau on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £91, select.

Tawau.£91 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Penang on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Tawau.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Tawau on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £91, select.

Tawau.£94 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Firefly and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Firefly, departs from Penang on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Tawau.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Tawau on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £94, select.

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 November.

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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.

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Finding cheap flights from Penang to Tawau: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Penang to Tawau?

Which airlines fly direct from Penang to Tawau?

How many flights are there a week from Penang to Tawau?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Penang to Tawau?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Tawau Airport on?

Can I get a direct flight from Penang Airport to Tawau Airport?

How can I find the best flight deal to Tawau?

When is the best time to book flights to Tawau?

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Penang Airport to Tawau with?

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)

£35 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport flight. Return flights start at £75. 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 11 miles from central George Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, 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 19 miles 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 170 miles 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 110 miles north of Tawau. No trip is complete without experiencing Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).