Travelling from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 1 hour behind Kuching, where Kuching International Airport is located. Bangkok operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from KCH to Bangkok. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight from KCH to Bangkok that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
When travelling to Thailand for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Malaysia. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok.
KCH is about 10 kilometres from central Kuching. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 14 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to KCH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Bangkok
$82 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok. A return flight starts at $197. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from KCH to Bangkok, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a ticket from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from KCH to Bangkok. There's no need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've disembarked your flight from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to DMK. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from KCH to Bangkok at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Bangkok, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok for April to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap flights from KCH to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are must-visits when exploring Bangkok.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Bangkok and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Kuching International Airport to Bangkok.