Flying from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Sibu and Kuala Lumpur share the same timezone, UTC+8.
There are 56 Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights each week to choose from.
To ensure you catch your SBW to KUL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as May? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then seeing more parts of Malaysia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to travel with AirAsia on this route.
Malaysia Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for SBW to KUL flights, with 84.16% of services arriving on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SBW and KUL include:
Kuching Airport
Miri Airport
Senai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Currently, Rs7,823 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs16,530. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book three months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SBW to KUL.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SBW to KUL is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sibu Airport (SBW)
When it comes to Sibu Airport's on-time performance, 63% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Sibu to Sibu Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SBW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're getting in on a late Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar to explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Sibu Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SBW to KUL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.










