Direct (nonstop) flights from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur

4 airlines fly nonstop from Tawau (TWU) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). It's 1,137 miles (1,830 km), about 2h 55m in the air. Operated by AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines and others.

TWU
Tawau
🇲🇾 Tawau, Malaysia
KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,137 mi
1,830 km
CO₂/pax
192 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
AirAsia +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AirAsia AirAsia Firefly Firefly Malaysia Airlines Malaysia Airlines Batik Air Malaysia Batik Air Malaysia

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AirAsia AK AirAsia
Route
TWU → KUL
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,137 mi
Firefly FY Firefly
Route
TWU → KUL
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,137 mi
Malaysia Airlines MH Malaysia Airlines
Route
TWU → KUL
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,137 mi
Batik Air Malaysia OD Batik Air Malaysia
Route
TWU → KUL
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,137 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur with one stop · direct emits 192 kg CO₂ per passenger

TWU BKI (Kota Kinabalu) KUL
Leg 1: 50m (180 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,012 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TWU → BKI
50m · 180 mi
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Leg 2
BKI → KUL
2h 30m · 1,012 mi
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TWU JHB (Johor Bharu) KUL
Leg 1: 2h 25m (1,015 mi) Leg 2: 1h (155 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TWU → JHB
2h 25m · 1,015 mi
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Leg 2
JHB → KUL
1h · 155 mi
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TWU SDK (Sandakan) KUL
Leg 1: 40m (109 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,148 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 239 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TWU → SDK
40m · 109 mi
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Leg 2
SDK → KUL
2h 50m · 1,148 mi
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TWU HKG (Hong Kong) KUL
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,269 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,576 mi) Total: ~7h 15m 🍃 505 kg CO₂ (+163% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TWU → HKG
3h 20m · 1,269 mi
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Leg 2
HKG → KUL
3h 55m · 1,576 mi
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TWU MFM (Macau) KUL
Leg 1: 3h 25m (1,264 mi) Leg 2: 4h (1,554 mi) Total: ~7h 25m 🍃 502 kg CO₂ (+161% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TWU → MFM
3h 25m · 1,264 mi
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Leg 2
MFM → KUL
4h · 1,554 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur?

A nonstop flight from Tawau (TWU) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,137 miles (1,830 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur?

4 airlines: AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur?

Yes. 4 airlines: AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia.

How far is Tawau from Kuala Lumpur?

The flight distance from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur is 1,137 miles (1,830 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur?

At 2h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur?

Roughly 192 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 960 km.

Is the return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Tawau for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.