Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching

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Cheapest round-trip flightsHK$455
AirAsiaNonstop2 hrThu, Jan 8 — Sun, Jan 11
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is currently HK$455
Cheapest one-way flightHK$228
AirAsiaNonstop2 hrWed, Jan 7
The cheapest one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is currently HK$228
Last-minute weekend getawayHK$568
Batik AirNonstop2 hrThu, Dec 25 — Sun, Dec 28
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is currently HK$568
Cheapest business class flightsHK$1,522
Batik AirNonstop2 hrThu, Jan 8 — Sun, Jan 11
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is currently HK$1,522
Fastest flight1 hr 20 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching takes 1 hr 20 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is typically May. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
May
Cheapest
Typical prices: HK$375–890
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: HK$530–1,300

Popular airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching

  • AirAsia
    Nonstop
    from HK$455
    Typical price: HK$425–860
    25 weekly nonstop flights
    BKI - KCHEvery day
    387 weekly connecting flights
    BKI - KCHEvery day
  • Batik Air
    Nonstop
    from HK$492
    Typical price: HK$1,050–2,050
    11 weekly nonstop flights
    BKI - KCHEvery day
    15 weekly connecting flights
    BKI - KCHEvery day
  • Malaysia Airlines
    Typical price: HK$630–1,400
    129 weekly connecting flights
    BKI - KCHEvery day
  • Scoot
    9 weekly connecting flights
    BKI - KCHEvery day
  • Firefly
    Typical price: HK$485–1,100
    7 weekly connecting flights
    BKI - KCHEvery Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun
  • Indonesia AirAsia
    3 weekly connecting flights
    BKI - KCHEvery Tue, Thu, Sat

Popular airports near Kota Kinabalu

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
    Kota KinabaluMalaysia12 min5 km
  • Labuan Airport (LBU)
    LabuanMalaysia3 hr 47 min118 km
  • Lawas Airport (LWY)
    LawasMalaysia3 hr 17 min146 km
  • Miri Airport (MYY)
    MiriMalaysia6 hr 30 min295 km

Popular airports near Kuching

  • Kuching International Airport (KCH)
    KuchingMalaysia16 min8 km
  • Sibu Airport (SBW)
    SibuMalaysia4 hr 58 min196 km

Frequently asked questions about flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching

The cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching are usually in May. Typical ticket prices in May range from HK$375 to HK$890.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching recently found on Google Flights was with AirAsia from HK$455. The cheapest one-way flight was with AirAsia from HK$228.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest AirAsia flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is HK$455, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest Batik Air flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is HK$492, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 18.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching starts at HK$455 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at HK$228 and departs on Wed, Jan 7.
1 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching.
Peak travel periods are Dec–Feb & Jun–Sep. The tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with a rainy/monsoon season Nov–Mar. Many shops and restaurants close for Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Puasa and the end of Ramadan (all dates vary). Other key events include the Hindu festival of Thaipusam (Jan/Feb); Gawai Dayak (Jun), featuring longhouse feasts and traditional costumes and rituals of the Dayak ethnic group; and the Rainforest World Music Festival (Jul), with local and international performers.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching.

In terms of nonstop flights, AirAsia is the most popular. AirAsia offers 25 nonstop flights and 387 connecting flights per week. AirAsia flies from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Kuching International Airport (KCH).

Other popular airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching are:
  • Batik Air offers 11 nonstop flights and 15 connecting flights per week. Batik Air flies from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Kuching International Airport (KCH).
  • Malaysia Airlines offers 129 connecting flights per week. Malaysia Airlines flies from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Kuching International Airport (KCH).
  • Scoot offers 9 connecting flights per week. Scoot flies from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Kuching International Airport (KCH).
  • Firefly offers 7 connecting flights per week. Firefly flies from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Kuching International Airport (KCH).
  • Indonesia AirAsia offers 3 connecting flights per week. Indonesia AirAsia flies from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Kuching International Airport (KCH).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching recently found on Google Flights was with AirAsia from HK$455. The cheapest one-way flight was with AirAsia from HK$228.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest AirAsia flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is HK$455, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest Batik Air flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching is HK$492, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 18.
AirAsia and Batik Air fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching.
  • There are 25 AirAsia direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 11 Batik Air direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Kota Kinabalu and Kuching at price HK$568 is offered by Batik Air from Thu, Dec 25 to Sun, Dec 28.
AirAsia and Batik Air fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching.
  • There are 25 AirAsia direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 11 Batik Air direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Kota Kinabalu and Kuching start at HK$455 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11 with AirAsia.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Kota Kinabalu and Kuching start at HK$1,522 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11 with Batik Air.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Kota Kinabalu and Kuching start at HK$455 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11.
To book business class trips from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Kota Kinabalu and Kuching starts at HK$568 from Thu, Dec 25 to Sun, Dec 28 with Batik Air.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Kota Kinabalu and Kuching at price HK$568 is offered by Batik Air from Thu, Dec 25 to Sun, Dec 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Kuching, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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