Cheap Flights to Bintulu Airport

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Can I get a direct flight to Bintulu Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between New Zealand and Bintulu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Bintulu?

The best price we found for a return flight to Bintulu is $1,614. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Bintulu Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Bintulu Airport is Sunday, 31 January 2027.

When is the best time to book flights to Bintulu?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Bintulu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Bintulu with?

Currently, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bintulu.

Flying to Bintulu

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,614
Cheapest month to fly	January

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How to find cheap flights to Bintulu Airport (BTU)

Currently, $1,791 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Bintulu Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to BTU for $1,614.
Book when it's best with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app if the price of tickets to BTU rises or falls.
It's generally recommended to book around three months before your departure date. This is when you're likely to get the best price on tickets to Bintulu, where Bintulu Airport is located.
Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching for a better chance of landing cheap flights to Bintulu. Doing this will give you more choices for where to start and end your journey, along with different fares.
Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes can often save you money. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Bintulu Airport.

Best time to go to Bintulu

The cheapest month to hop on a flight to Bintulu is typically August.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to BTU, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
If you'd like to experience Bintulu at its liveliest, book your flights to BTU for July. Being on holiday during peak seasons usually means more to do and see than at other times of the year.
Travel in November if you prefer your holiday with fewer crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Bintulu are generally less expensive.
Check the weather before you go. May brings the warmest days in Bintulu, averaging between 23ºC and 31ºC.
February has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 23ºC to 29ºC.
February comes with a lower chance of grey skies. With 17 days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Bintulu.
January brings the wettest conditions. You can expect around 21 days of rainfall if you're visiting then.

Flying to Bintulu Airport (BTU): What you need to know

Offering direct flights to Bintulu Airport, these airlines make reaching Bintulu easy:
AirAsia has the best track record for punctuality. Up to 81% of its flights into this airport land as planned, making it a smart choice when reserving your BTU plane ticket.
BTU is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Get some shut-eye shortly after your flight to BTU at Parkcity Everly Hotel Bintulu. This comfy stay is an easy drive from Bintulu Airport.
Bintulu Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This number is a snapshot of how reliably flights from BTU complete their journey without delays.
Bintulu Airport is located in Bintulu, Sarawak, Malaysia.

Getting to central Bintulu from Bintulu Airport (BTU)

BTU is located about 11 kilometres from central Bintulu.
If you're catching a taxi after your flight to BTU, it'll take around 15 minutes to reach the centre.
The ride on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
If you're eager to stay near the action in Bintulu, unpack your suitcase at one of these top hotels:

Bintulu highlights

Hop off your flight to Bintulu and head directly for these major attractions:
- Bintulu waterfront: A memorable preview of everything the city has to offer, this landmark is around 2 kilometres northwest of the centre.
- Pantai Tanjung Batu Bintulu: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 3 kilometres north of the city centre, it's worth checking out to get the full Bintulu experience.

How to get to Rumah Japok from Bintulu Airport (BTU)

BTU is a gateway to the nearby city of Rumah Japok, which is around 11 kilometres away. The easiest way to reach the centre will depend on when you're travelling, so plan ahead.

Travelling from Bintulu Airport (BTU) to Rumah Jelaing

If Rumah Jelaing is on your radar, it's around 10 kilometres from Bintulu Airport.

Explore more of Malaysia

There's loads more to see and do in Malaysia, starting with Miri. Marina Bay Park, Tusan Cliff Beach and Piasau Nature Reserve Visitor Centre are must-visits in this city, which is about 177 kilometres northeast of Bintulu. Miri Airport (MYY) is the major airport in Miri.
Another city in Malaysia that belongs on your itinerary is Sibu. From Bintulu, it's around 161 kilometres southwest and offers highlights like RB Reef and Sibu Cultural Heritage Museum. Stop by Tun Ahmad Zaidi Nature Reserve too. Sibu Airport (SBW) handles most flights into the city.