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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £39. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuching.£37 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuching on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £37, select.
Kuching.£37 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuching on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £37, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia and BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuching on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£39 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £39, select.
Kuching.£40 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £40, select.
Kuching.£41 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Thu, 25 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £41, select.
Kuching.£41 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Fri, 8 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Kuching.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuching on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £41, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Kuching flights are currently cheapest in July.
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from £37
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Dec
from £67
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from £41
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Kuala Lumpur to Kuching: Alternative routes

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Kuala Lumpur to Kuching: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£37
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 53 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week783

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching is £37. 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 52 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching.
AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching.
As of March 2026, there are 783 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching Airport on Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 52 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kuching is BatikAir Malaysia .

Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport (KCH): What you need to know

  • Your adventure begins at one of Kuala Lumpur's main airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Explore the options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport (KCH) leaving from either of these.

  • Book a direct Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Kuching (where Kuching International Airport is located) and Kuala Lumpur share the UTC+8 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.

  • With 150 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kuching International Airport (KCH) is the busiest route. AirAsia operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from KUL to KCH is with Malaysia Airlines at 11:40pm.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KCH.

  • If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport (KCH) operate out of this terminal.

  • You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport departing from KUL. Book your journey with one of these:

  • The majority of passengers choose to book seats with AirAsia from KUL to KCH.

  • The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Malaysia Airlines.

  • KUL is about 64 kms (40 miles) from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, data shows 58.65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Consider beginning your travels from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). You can book a direct Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport (KCH) plane ticket with departures from here.

  • From SZB, direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to KCH are available with Firefly.

  • Firefly has the largest share of bookings on the SZB to KCH route.

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to KCH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:

  • Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.

About Kuching International Airport (KCH)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KCH:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kuching International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Agtran, Hertz or Avis to explore Kuching and beyond.

  • Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

Getting from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to central Kuching

  • The centre of Kuching is about 5 miles from Kuching International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport is £18. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £37. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Book 11 months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KCH.

  • April is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Kuala Lumpur to KCH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport (KCH)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport (KCH). August is the peak month for travel to Kuching. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.

  • Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to KCH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Kuching, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

More about Kuching

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kuching right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching International Airport:

  • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Kuching Waterfront, Royal Kuching Cruise and Matang Wildlife Centre are essential stops on your Kuching itinerary.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kuching has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be explored. About 193 kms (120 miles) north-east of Kuching, a visit to Sibu will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Hiking & Jungle Trekking Kemuyang Sibu, Sibu River Cruise and RB Reef.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in Malaysia, consider Mukah, about 257 kms (160 miles) north-east of Kuching. Tua Pek Kong Temple, St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and Masjid Jamek Kampung Penakub Permai, Mukah are among its highlights.

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