Flying from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Bintulu Airport (BTU): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport.
Choose from 149 weekly Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with AirAsia is the earliest you can take. AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 18:05.
Leave enough time to catch your KCH to BTU flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
AirAsia offers direct flights from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Bintulu — and maybe even more of Malaysia if time allows.
AirAsia is the top choice for travellers on this route.
AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that operates KCH to BTU flights. A reliable 90.43% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between KCH and BTU include:
Sibu Airport
Miri Airport
Mukah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Bintulu Airport (BTU)
Right now, R 329 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 659. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from KCH to BTU by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Landing cheap flights from KCH to BTU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport.
Handy information about Kuching International Airport (KCH)
75.33% of flights that depart Kuching International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Kuching International Airport from central Kuching, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near KCH. Whether you have an early flight from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Bintulu Airport (BTU)
Consider staying at Amigo Hotel Bintulu after touching down from your Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport flight. It's only a short drive from BTU and a comfortable option if you're eager to get some sleep right away.
Pick up a Bintulu Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. EPTA and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Bintulu and beyond.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Bintulu Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Bintulu Airport (BTU) to central Bintulu
Bintulu Airport to central Bintulu has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Bintulu Airport (BTU)
January is the busiest month for flights from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Bintulu in February.
When booking your flight from Kuching International Airport to Bintulu Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Bintulu, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KCH to BTU in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bintulu. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include DREAM, Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Bintulu, Miri is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Tusan Cliff Beach, Replica Grand Old Lady Taman Awam and Canada Hill.