Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kuching International Airport (KCH): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport take 1 hour 51 minutes. Kuching and Kuala Lumpur share the same timezone (UTC+8), which means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
Every week, there are 989 flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, select the 05:40 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from KUL to KCH is 23:50 with AirAsia.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Malaysia Airlines has direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to check out the sights in Kuching — plus maybe even more of Malaysia if you have time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KUL and KCH are:
Senai Airport
Sibu Airport
Penang International Airport
When flying within Malaysia, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show another form of identity document, like a driver's license or ID card. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from KUL to KCH, check your ID is up to date before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport is ر.ق. 74. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 146. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flight tickets from KUL to KCH, reserve your journey 8 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Finding a cheap ticket from KUL to KCH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 4 hours and 29 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kuching International Airport (KCH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near KCH:
Getting from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
From Kuching International Airport, Kuching is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 14 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Kuching based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Kuching is July, with the temperature ranging between 22 ºC and 32 ºC. Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap flight tickets from KUL to KCH in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21 ºC and 29 ºC on average.
More about Kuching
As soon as you've locked in your flights from KUL to KCH, you'll want to find a place to stay in Kuching. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Kuching Waterfront, Matang Wildlife Centre and Cat Museum are essential stops on your Kuching itinerary.
Complete your Kuching trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Kuching International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Kuching.
