Flying from Penang Airport (PEN) to Kuching Airport (KCH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Penang Airport to Kuching Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
George Town and Kuching are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from PEN to KCH start at 13:55 — the first with AirAsia. The last departure is at 21:25 with AirAsia. In total, there are 18 weekly Penang Airport to Kuching 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 on time to board your PEN to KCH flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Getting to Kuching (and then exploring more of Malaysia!) is a breeze with AirAsia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Penang Airport to Kuching Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with AirAsia on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating PEN to KCH flights is AirAsia. Its services arrive as scheduled 70.08% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Penang Airport to Kuching Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between PEN and KCH include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Senai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang Airport (PEN) to Kuching Airport (KCH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Penang Airport to Kuching Airport flight is R 824. A return ticket right now is R 1,622. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PEN to KCH.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Penang Airport to Kuching Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PEN to KCH couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Penang Airport to Kuching Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Penang Airport (PEN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Penang Airport, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Penang Airport is about 16 kilometres from central George Town. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to PEN? If you're catching an early flight from Penang Airport to Kuching Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kuching Airport (KCH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Penang Airport to Kuching Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KCH instead:
Follow your own route with a Kuching Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Agtran, Hertz or Avis and venture far and wide through Kuching and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Kuching Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kuching Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
Kuching Airport to central Kuching has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kuching Airport (KCH)
May is the busiest month for flights from Penang Airport to Kuching Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Kuching in March.
Book your flight from Penang Airport to Kuching Airport for July if you want to explore Kuching during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to KCH in February. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.