Flying from Miri Airport (MYY) to Kuching Airport (KCH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Miri Airport to Kuching Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Kuching's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Miri.
Each week, there are 45 Miri Airport to Kuching Airport flights. To get going early, opt for the 08:30 AirAsia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:00 with AirAsia.
Your MYY to KCH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Kuching (and then exploring more of Malaysia!) is a cinch with AirAsia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Miri Airport to Kuching Airport.
AirAsia is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that operates MYY to KCH flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Miri Airport to Kuching Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MYY and KCH include:
Sibu Airport
Bintulu Airport
Mukah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miri Airport (MYY) to Kuching Airport (KCH)
$49 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Miri Airport to Kuching Airport flight. Return flights start at $101. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MYY to KCH if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Miri Airport to Kuching Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MYY to KCH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Miri Airport to Kuching Airport.
Handy information about Miri Airport (MYY)
Of the flights that depart from Miri Airport, 60% touch down on time at their destination.
Miri Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Miri. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Miri Airport to Kuching Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MYY:
Arriving at Kuching Airport (KCH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Miri Airport to Kuching Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KCH instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Kuching Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Agtran, Hertz or Avis and venture far and wide through Kuching and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Kuching Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Kuching Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
From Kuching Airport, Kuching is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kuching Airport (KCH)
The quietest month for a flight from Miri Airport to Kuching Airport is March, while May is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kuching based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Miri Airport to Kuching Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Kuching, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MYY to KCH in February. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 29ºC then.