Flying from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Sibu.
Take your pick of 213 weekly Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. The 07:45 departure with AirAsia is the earliest flight available. Malaysia Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:50.
To ensure you catch your SBW to KUL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with AirAsia on this route.
Malaysia Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for SBW to KUL flights, with 87.67% of services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SBW and KUL:
Kuching International Airport
Senai Airport
Bintulu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
At the moment, R 267 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 710. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from SBW to KUL by booking at least nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SBW to KUL.
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Handy information about Sibu Airport (SBW)
71.46% of flights that depart Sibu Airport land at their destination on time.
Sibu Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Sibu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your flight from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport off to a hassle-free start. Just a quick ride from SBW, book a night at Belian Homestay Sibujaya and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider booking a hotel close to KUL if you're on a late Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SBW to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another major destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is roughly 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make time to visit highlights including Simflightkl.