Flights to Tuaran, Sabah from NT$2,248

Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) is the only airport serving Tuaran.

The trip between Kota Kinabalu International Airport and downtown Tuaran is fairly long. You’ll have to travel 32 kilometers before you can check in to your city hotel.

Travelers from all over the place go through BKI each day. Step off the plane, get your bags and you’ll be 32 kilometers from the downtown Tuaran streets.

There are 11 air carriers connecting Tuaran with 21 airports from all over the globe.

In general, travelers choose to fly with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Malindo Air when heading off to Tuaran. The largest number of these flights come from Kuala Lumpur, with AirAsia flying this route the most.

Planning an amazing Tuaran vacation is simple when there are 433 direct flights every week to choose from.

Travelers often jet off from Kuala Lumpur, Tawau and Sandakan airports when going to Tuaran.

If it’s Kuala Lumpur you’re departing, you’ll be in the air for around 2 hours and 39 minutes before you arrive in Tuaran. Tarmac to tarmac from Tawau takes around 50 minutes and from Kuching, it’s 1 hour and 28 minutes.

Don’t leave booking your flight to Tuaran until the last moment. That’s one move frequent jet-setters use to get the best prices. Booking ahead means more choices and more affordable flights. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has several airports, you may be able to pick up a terrific deal by flying into one a little farther out. Last but not least, another easy way to save some money is be ready to book fast. If you stumble on an amazing deal, don’t hold off — snap it up while the opportunity’s there.

We’ve got the lowdown on how to make your journey an enjoyable experience. Follow our tips and tricks and you’ll be speeding through airport security and discovering Tuaran in no time at all.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a worry-free travel experience is to pack in advance. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, boarding pass, cash and vital medications. Next, take on board items that’ll help keep you occupied, like some electronic gadgets or a good read. It’s also a wise idea to pack your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. And of course, be sure to squeeze in toiletry items like a toothbrush, cleansing wipes and a spare set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Sharp objects, like your Swiss Army knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, flares and gasoline, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of an airplane are no fashion runway. Don comfortable layers and pack a cardigan as it can get chilly in the cabin during long-haul flights. Flat, enclosed shoes are also a good choice.
• Unfortunately, a risk of long-haul flights is developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged periods of inactivity. To prevent this from happening, take every opportunity to walk around and give your legs a stretch. Compression socks and tights are another easy way to help minimize this risk.

Being prepared before you get to the airport will make your trip to Tuaran easy and painless. We’ve compiled some top tips for a swift journey through security:

• First things first. Your boarding pass and travel ID will need to be shown to airport security personnel. Keep them handy so you don’t hold up the queue.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, coat, keys and other small items, like your earphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn.
• Electronic devices like phones and laptops will also need to go on a tray for inspection. Don’t worry, you’ll be back online before you know it.
• Remove all liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a single quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• It’s also possible you’ll be required to remove your shoes to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a wise idea.
• Sharp items are prohibited in the cabin. They’ll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked luggage.