Flying from Pontianak Airport (PNK) to Kuching Airport (KCH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 45 minutes.
The timezone in Kuching is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Pontianak.
There are 14 Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport flights each week.
Leave plenty of time to make your PNK to KCH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
AirAsia is your gateway to discovering Kuching (and maybe even some other great parts of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with AirAsia on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering PNK to KCH flights is AirAsia. Its services arrive as scheduled 73.08% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pontianak Airport (PNK) to Kuching Airport (KCH)
$57 is the lowest price for a one-way Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport flight. Return flights start from $142. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PNK to KCH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PNK to KCH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport.
Handy information about Pontianak Airport (PNK)
52% of flights taking off from Pontianak Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Pontianak Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Pontianak. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel close to PNK? If you're boarding an early flight from Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kuching Airport (KCH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KCH if you're taking a late Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kuching Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Agtran, Hertz or Avis and explore beyond Kuching's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Kuching Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kuching Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
From Kuching Airport, Kuching is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kuching Airport (KCH)
May is the most popular month for flights from Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kuching in March.
The warmest month in Kuching is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Pontianak Airport to Kuching Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from PNK to KCH in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 29ºC on average.