Tawau to Kota Kinabalu (TWU–BKI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TWU–BKI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. AirAsia and Batik Air Malaysia lead the route. The flight covers 181 miles in approximately 0h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK AirAsia | 63 | 32A, 32N | 0h45-0h50 | – | – | – |
| OD Batik Air Malaysia | 11 | 738 | 0h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kota Kinabalu from Tawau
| Metric | TWU→BKI | SDK→BKI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TWU | – | 110 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 74 | 42 |
| Flight time | 0h 45m | 0h 45m |
Travel Essentials
TWU: +08 · BKI: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Tawau, it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu.
TWU–BKI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TWU to BKI
Tawau Airport (TWU) and Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia and Batik Air Malaysia. With 74 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TWU to BKI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TWU to BKI ranges from 0 hours 45 minutes to 0 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 181 miles (292 km). There are approximately 74 weekly flights outbound and 71 return, totaling 145 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via HKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sandakan (SDK).