Kuching to Kota Kinabalu (KCH–BKI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KCH–BKI is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air Malaysia lead the route. The flight covers 499 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK AirAsia | 28 | 320, 32A | 1h25-1h30 | – | – | – |
| MH Malaysia Airlines | 1 | 33X | 1h35 | – | Oneworld | – |
| OD Batik Air Malaysia | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kota Kinabalu from Kuching
| Metric | KCH→BKI | SBW→BKI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KCH | – | 125 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 10 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h 15m |
Travel Essentials
KCH: +08 · BKI: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Kuching, it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu.
KCH–BKI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KCH to BKI
Kuching International Airport (KCH) and Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air Malaysia. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KCH to BKI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KCH to BKI ranges from 1 hours 25 minutes to 1 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 499 miles (802 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 25 return, totaling 54 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CGK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sibu (SBW).