Tawau (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) flights
2 airlines fly nonstop from Tawau (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI): AirAsia and Batik Air Malaysia. The two airports are 181 miles (291 km) apart. There are also 1 way to fly it with one stop, through Sandakan.
Airlines flying nonstop from TWU to BKI
- AirAsiaNot in an alliance
- Batik Air MalaysiaNot in an alliance
TWU to BKI with one stop
1 connection, most direct first. 2-stop routings and flight times are in Routes with Pro.
- Via Sandakan (SDK)MAXjet, then AirAsiaMY
TWU to BKI: common questions
Which airlines fly nonstop from TWU to BKI?
AirAsia and Batik Air Malaysia fly nonstop from Tawau (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
How far is Tawau from Kota Kinabalu by plane?
Tawau (TWU) and Kota Kinabalu (BKI) are 181 miles (291 km) apart along the great circle, the shortest path a flight can take. Connections add distance on top.
How many miles does TWU to BKI cost?
It depends on the program: each prices the route from its own chart or dynamically. The Award Flight Pricer compares 30+ programs for TWU to BKI with taxes and fees.
Where can I connect between Tawau and Kota Kinabalu?
The most direct connections are through Sandakan (SDK).
More routes
Routes are scheduled nonstop flights. The route data is refreshed monthly; this list was last checked November 11, 2026. Seasonal routes and new launches can be missing or end early, so confirm with the airline before you book. Distances are great-circle, the shortest path between the two airports.