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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur International to Kuching flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Compare routes from Kuala Lumpur International to Kuching below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kuching.

Kuala Lumpur to Kuching: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found28 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 51 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week534

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Kuching: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Kuching is 28 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur International to Kuching.
AirAsia, Turkish Airlines and Firefly fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Kuching.
As of April 2025, there are 534 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur International to Kuching.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Kuching is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching Airport on Saturday, 17 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 51 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kuching but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kuching is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kuching.

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kuching International Airport (KCH): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport.

  • Kuching's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kuala Lumpur.

  • Flights from KUL to KCH start at 06:00 — the earliest with AirAsia. The last departure is at 23:20 with AirAsia. Overall, you can take your pick of 989 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your KUL to KCH flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport, so jetting off to Kuching (and then exploring more of Malaysia!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • AirAsia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for KUL to KCH flights is Malaysia Airlines.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between KUL and KCH include:

    • Sibu Airport

    • Senai Airport

    • Penang International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kuching International Airport (KCH)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport flight is 13 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 28 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KUL to KCH.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KUL to KCH.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport.

Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.65% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To get to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of about 4 hours 30 minutes when using public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KUL:

Arriving at Kuching International Airport (KCH)

Getting from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to central Kuching

  • Kuching International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Kuching. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kuching International Airport (KCH)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Kuching in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kuching International Airport for July if you want to go to Kuching during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from KUL to KCH in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kuching has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you should also see. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Kuching, a trip to Sibu will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Tua Pek Kong Temple, Sibu Heritage Centre and Taman Bukit Aup Jubilee Park.

  • Around 354 kilometres north-east of Kuching, Bintulu is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Taman Tumbina, Jungle Trekking Taman Tumbina Bintulu and Kampung Jepak.

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