PEK
Beijing
China
3,979 km
2,473 miles
TWU
Tawau
Malaysia
Distance
3,979 km
2,473 mi / 2,149 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
177°
south

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PEK TWU
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Tawau Airport
IATA Code PEK TWU
ICAO Code ZBAA WBKW
City Beijing Tawau
Country China Malaysia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Elevation 116 ft 57 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 4.320000, 118.130000

Beijing (PEK) to Tawau (TWU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Tawau Airport (TWU) in Tawau, Malaysia is 3,979 kilometers (2,473 miles / 2,149 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with Malaysia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:49 in Beijing, it's 12:49 in Tawau.

The return flight from Tawau (TWU) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 358° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Tawau Airport (TWU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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