Flying from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Kuching International Airport (KCH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport is 40 minutes.
Sibu and Kuching share the same timezone, UTC+8.
You can choose from 303 weekly Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport flights. The 07:30 departure with AirAsia is the earliest flight available. AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 21:45.
Your SBW to KCH flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
AirAsia is your gateway to discovering Kuching (and maybe even some other great parts of Malaysia!). Browse the direct flights from Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with AirAsia on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates SBW to KCH flights is AirAsia. Its services land as scheduled 74.82% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SBW and KCH include:
Bintulu Airport
Mukah Airport
Miri Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
$17 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $37. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from SBW to KCH by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from SBW to KCH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport.
Handy information about Sibu Airport (SBW)
Of all flights leaving Sibu Airport, 71.46% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Sibu Airport from central Sibu, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a quick drive from SBW, stay at Belian Homestay Sibujaya and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Kuching International Airport (KCH)
If you're landing on a late Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near KCH:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Kuching International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Agtran, Hertz or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuching and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Kuching International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
Kuching International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Kuching. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kuching in February.
When reserving your flight from Sibu Airport to Kuching International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Kuching, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SBW to KCH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuching has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Kuching, a trip to Sibu will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Tua Pek Kong Temple, Sibu Heritage Centre and Taman Bukit Aup Jubilee Park.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Malaysia, head for Bintulu, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Kuching. Taman Tumbina, Jungle Trekking Taman Tumbina Bintulu and Kampung Jepak are key highlights.