Kota Kinabalu to Tawau flights
Direct and connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Tawau Airport (TWU) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau take?
Flight time from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Tawau (TWU) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?
Airline availability for BKI to TWU changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau?
Direct (nonstop) availability on BKI to TWU varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Malindo Air5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- AirAsia5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Malindo Air | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| AirAsia | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning BKI → TWU
BKI to TWU is a short-haul route of 292 km (181 mi). See the return TWU → BKI route.
Alternative airports near Kota Kinabalu: Labuan (LBU) — 113 km.
Alternative airports near Tawau: Nunukan-Nunukan Island (NNX) — 54 km, Lahad Datu (LDU) — 83 km, Bunyu (BYQ) — 99 km.