Haikou (Meilan) to Kuching (HAK–KCH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AQ1295
AQ 9
738
1:35 AM
CST TT2
5:20 AM
+08
3h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AQ1296
AQ 9
738
6:20 AM
+08 TT1
9:50 AM
CST
3h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Haikou (Meilan) to Kuching
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 1,275 mi 3h 45m nonstop 4 1-stop hubs

HAK–KCH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. 9 Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,275 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop HAK–KCH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AQ 9 Air 3 738 3h45
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – AQ
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: AQ (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, HAK to KCH direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HAK to KCH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
205
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Kuching is 0 hours the same as Haikou (Meilan).
HAK: CST · KCH: +08

When it's 6:00 PM in Haikou (Meilan), it's 6:00 PM in Kuching.
Distance & Flight Time
1,275 mi / 2,051 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 45m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective since July 2025. The cumulative stay must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. Permitted purposes include tourism, business, and family visits. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Employment and study still require a visa obtained in advance.

Getting to HAK

Haikou Metro Line 1 connects Meilan International Airport to the city centre in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–10. The metro runs from roughly 06:30 to 22:30. Airport shuttle buses depart from the central bus station (CNY 15–20). The airport is located about 25 km east of downtown Haikou.DiDi and taxis from the city centre cost CNY 50–90 depending on traffic. Driving via the Haikou Ring Expressway takes 25–40 minutes. Parking is available in the terminal complex.

HAK–KCH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Haikou (Meilan) to Kuching route.
Route details
Distance1,275 mi / 2,051 km
Flight time3h 45m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: HAK
IATA / ICAOHAK / ZJHK
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr27.0M
Elevation75 ft / 23 m
Destination: KCH
IATA / ICAOKCH / WBGG
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Elevation89 ft / 27 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HAK to KCH flights.
Nonstop flights from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Kuching International Airport take approximately 3h 45m. The route covers 1,275 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: 9 Air.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from HAK to KCH. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SIN, CAN, PEN and KUL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from KCH to HAK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HAK to KCH

Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) and Kuching International Airport (KCH) are connected by nonstop service from 9 Air. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

HAK to KCH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HAK to KCH ranges from 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,275 miles (2,051 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via SIN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.