Kota Kinabalu to Taoyuan (BKI–TPE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BKI–TPE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. AirAsia leads the route. The flight covers 1,367 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK AirAsia | 7 | 32N | 3h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Taoyuan from Kota Kinabalu
| Metric | BKI→TPE | BWN→TPE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKI | – | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 3 |
| Flight time | 3h 35m | 3h 35m |
Travel Essentials
BKI: +08 · TPE: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu, it's 6:00 PM in Taoyuan.
Malaysian passport holders enter Taiwan visa-free for up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A confirmed return or onward ticket is required. Extensions are not available on a visa-free stay. For longer visits, a visitor visa must be obtained from a Taiwanese representative office before departure.
The Airport MRT express to Taipei Main Station departs every 15 minutes and takes 35 minutes (TWD $160). Taoyuan HSR station is also served, connecting onward to other Taiwanese cities. Licensed taxis queue at designated stands outside arrivals; metered fares to Taipei city centre run TWD $1,200–1,600. Uber operates with advance booking.
All major international rental car brands have desks in both terminals. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by a free shuttle bus; allow 15 minutes for inter-terminal transfers.
Subtropical climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid at 30–35°C. This is also typhoon season, with storms capable of closing the airport entirely. Winters (December–February) are mild and rainy at 14–18°C. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions.
Typhoon risk peaks July through September. Storms can arrive within 24–48 hours and operations halt rapidly. Fog and low ceilings are common in winter and spring mornings.
BKI–TPE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKI to TPE
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BKI to TPE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKI to TPE is about 3 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,367 miles (2,199 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hong Kong, Ninoy Aquino and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN).