Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Sibu Airport (SBW): what you need to know
A direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport takes 1 hour 15 minutes (on average). Sibu's timezone is UTC+8 — identical to Kota Kinabalu.
You can choose from 39 weekly flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport. The 13:30 departure with AirAsia is the earliest flight you can take between BKI and SBW. AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 17:00 if early mornings aren't your thing.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
AirAsia is your gateway to discovering Sibu (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport offered by this airline.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the popular stopovers between BKI and SBW:
Miri Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Kuching International Airport
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from BKI to SBW, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within Malaysia. As long as you have another proof of identity, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Sibu Airport (SBW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport is ر.ق. 72. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 145. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flight tickets from BKI to SBW by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from BKI to SBW is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.
Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Central Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 14 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a handy hotel near BKI? If you're on an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sibu Airport (SBW)
Once your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport has touched down, relax at a nearby hotel. Belian Homestay Sibujaya is a comfy option that's an easy drive from SBW.
Getting from Sibu Airport (SBW) to central Sibu
From Sibu Airport, Sibu is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Sibu Airport (SBW)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Sibu. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sibu Airport for May if you'd like to go to Sibu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23 ºC and 32 ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from BKI to SBW in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21 ºC and 30 ºC on average.
More about Sibu
Start your Sibu trip right by finding a great place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from BKI to SBW, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Tua Pek Kong Temple and Sibu Heritage Centre are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Sibu travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Taman Bukit Aup Jubilee Park.
Complete your Sibu trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Sibu Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Sibu holiday.
