How to travel from Tawau to Taman Negara, Malaysia

The distance between Tawau and Taman Negara is around 2,204km (1,370 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Tawau to Taman Negara by plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Taman NegaraTawau if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Tawau (TWU) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG).

  • Duration6h 25m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    MYR 335($75)
Operated by

Multiple plane operators

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Fly to Kuantan (KUA)

Fly from Tawau (TWU) to Kuantan (KUA).

  • Duration6h 55m
  • Flight time3h 40m
  • Typical cost
    MYR 1,220($275)
Operated by

Multiple plane operators

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Fly to Ipoh (IPH)

Fly from Tawau (TWU) to Ipoh (IPH).

  • Duration7hrs
  • Flight time3h 35m
  • Typical cost
    MYR 1,310($295)
Operated by

Multiple plane operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tawau and Taman Negara

There are several options for getting from Tawau to Taman Negara by plane. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around MYR 335 ($75) and will take around 6h 25m.

The distance between Tawau and Taman Negara is around 2,204km (1,370 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,716km (1,066 miles)

It takes around 6h 25m to get from Tawau and Taman Negara by plane.

The quickest way to get from Tawau to Taman Negara is to fly which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx MYR 335 ($75).

The cheapest way to travel between Tawau and Taman Negara is to fly which will typically cost around MYR 335 ($75) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tawau and Taman Negara. Flights depart from Tawau (TWU) and arrive at Kuala Trengganu (TGG) - via Kuala Lumpur (KUL). The flight takes around 3h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Tawau to Taman Negara. There is however a flight that goes via Kuala Lumpur (KUL). This services will take at least 6h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Tawau to Taman Negara typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Tawau (TWU) and and arrive into Kuala Trengganu (TGG).

The closest major airport to Taman Negara is Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) (TGG) which is approximately 115km (71 miles) from Taman Negara. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) (KUL) and Penang International Airport (PEN) (PEN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tawau to Taman Negara is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around MYR 335 ($75).

How do I get from Tawau to Taman Negara

Compare travel optionsbetween Tawau and Taman Negara

Transport options from Tawau to Taman Negara
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
6h 25m
MYR 335($75)
on demand2,293km (1,425 miles)
Fly to Kuantan (KUA)
6h 55m
MYR 1,220($275)
on demand2,204km (1,370 miles)
Fly to Ipoh (IPH)
7hrs
MYR 1,310($295)
on demand2,247km (1,396 miles)

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Airports near Taman Negara

The following major airports near Taman Negara offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.

TGG
Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
115km (71 miles) from Taman Negara
KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
International Airport
Distance
222km (138 miles) from Taman Negara
PEN
Penang International Airport (PEN)
International Airport
Distance
249km (155 miles) from Taman Negara