Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Bintulu Airport (BTU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Flights from KUL to BTU start at 06:00 — the first with AirAsia. The last departure is at 23:00 with Malaysia Airlines. In total, you can choose from 36 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your KUL to BTU flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can travel nonstop to Bintulu, Malaysia. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is AirAsia.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates KUL to BTU flights, with 71.91% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between KUL and BTU:
Kuching Airport
Miri Airport
Sibu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Bintulu Airport (BTU)
$41 is the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport flight. Return flights start at $82. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from KUL to BTU, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
59% of flights that leave from Kuala Lumpur International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bintulu Airport (BTU)
If you're coming in on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near BTU:
Travel beyond Bintulu and discover new places with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Bintulu Airport rental car from providers like EPTA or Avis.
Book your vehicle from Bintulu Airport several weeks before your departure date to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Bintulu Airport (BTU) to central Bintulu
Bintulu Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Bintulu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bintulu Airport (BTU)
January is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Bintulu in March.
The warmest month in Bintulu is May, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bintulu Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to BTU in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.









