Travelling from Senai Airport (JHB) to Kuching International Airport (KCH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Johor Bahru and Kuching follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
Every week, there are 31 Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 07:45 AirAsia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:55 with AirAsia.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your JHB to KCH flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Kuching (and maybe even some other great corners of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
AirAsia is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 78.33% of its services landing on schedule, AirAsia is the most punctual carrier operating JHB to KCH flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between JHB and KCH include:
Sibu Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Miri Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Senai Airport (JHB) to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
At the moment, Rs8,518 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs17,959. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from JHB to KCH by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JHB to KCH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport.
Handy information about Senai Airport (JHB)
Of all flights departing from Senai Airport, 71.32% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Senai Airport from central Johor Bahru, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near JHB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Kuching International Airport (KCH)
If you have a late Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KCH:
Explore without limits with a Kuching International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Agtran, Hertz or Avis and discover more of Kuching and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Kuching International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
Kuching International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Kuching. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
The quietest month for a flight from Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Kuching based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kuching is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Senai Airport to Kuching International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JHB to KCH in February. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Sibu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kuching. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Tua Pek Kong Temple, Sibu Heritage Centre and Taman Bukit Aup Jubilee Park.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Kuching, Bintulu is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Taman Tumbina, Jungle Trekking Taman Tumbina Bintulu and Kampung Jepak.