Private charter between Bakalalan and Lawas starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Bakalalan (LBW) to Lawas (BWN), and from Lawas (BWN) back to Bakalalan (LBW).
Bakalalan and Lawas lie approximately 144 km apart (89 mi / 78 nm) on a direct routing.
From RM38,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Bakalalan and Lawas, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (MYR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 36 min | 32 min – 40 min | RM38,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MYR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 36 min | RM38,000 – RM52,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 35 min | RM42,000 – RM56,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Bakalalan–Lawas quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Bakalalan, Malaysia: Yuvai Semaring Airport.
Lawas, Malaysia: Brunei International Airport and Labuan Airport.
| Yuvai Semaring Airport | Brunei International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | WAQJ / LBW | WBSB / BWN |
| Longest hard runway | 2,953 ft | 12,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 2,540 ft | 73 ft |
| Distance from city | 11 km | 54 km |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 2,953 ft at Yuvai Semaring Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 1,453 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,620 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 953 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,520 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 247 ft short |
2,180 km 2,000 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 53 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,230 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 47 ft short |
2,900 km 2,720 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 1,453 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,800 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 1,753 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,300 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 547 ft short |
3,700 km 3,520 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 325 ft short |
3,650 km 3,470 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,247 ft short |
3,900 km 3,720 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,623 ft short |
4,600 km 4,420 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,977 ft short |
5,926 km 5,746 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,947 ft short |
6,400 km 6,220 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,739 ft short |
7,220 km 7,040 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,487 ft short |
7,400 km 7,220 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,347 ft short |
7,800 km 7,620 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,837 ft short |
7,400 km 7,220 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,047 ft short |
14,260 km 14,080 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,847 ft short |
11,112 km 10,932 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,047 ft short |
12,960 km 12,780 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,847 ft short |
11,945 km 11,765 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Bario Airport · Long Rungan Airport · Labuan Airport (9,006 ft, 53 km) · Limbang Airport (4,922 ft, 44 km) · Lawas Airport · Pulau Muara Besar Heliport
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Bakalalan and Lawas.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Bakalalan to Lawas.
Travel Bakalalan–Lawas with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Bakalalan–Lawas is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 36 min gate to gate over 144 km (89 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Bakalalan–Lawas charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Bakalalan–Lawas charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
