Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kuching International Airport (KCH): what you need to know
Kuching's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuching one hour ahead of Bangkok.
To ensure you get on your BKK to KCH flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuching International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between BKK and KCH include:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Penang International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuching International Airport flight is ر.ق. 261. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 526. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BKK to KCH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuching International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BKK to KCH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuching International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of all flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuching International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to BKK:
Arriving at Kuching International Airport (KCH)
Book a hotel close to KCH if you have a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuching International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Kuching International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Agtran, Hertz or Avis and explore beyond Kuching's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kuching International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
From Kuching International Airport, Kuching is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuching International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kuching. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuching International Airport for July if you want to visit Kuching during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BKK to KCH in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuching has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres north-east of Kuching, a visit to Sibu will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Tua Pek Kong Temple, Sibu Heritage Centre and Taman Bukit Aup Jubilee Park.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Kuching, Bintulu is another essential stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Taman Tumbina, Jungle Trekking Taman Tumbina Bintulu and Kampung Jepak.