Travelling from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport (KCH): What you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport (KCH).
Take off on a direct Jakarta to Kuching International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Kuching International Airport is located in Kuching. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour ahead of Jakarta.
The busiest route is from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Kuching International Airport (KCH). There are 7 direct services each week. Indonesia AirAsia operates a 7:35am departure between CGK and KCH.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Jakarta to KCH. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Fly without interruptions from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Direct flights from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport (KCH) can be booked from here.
Indonesia AirAsia is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport departing from CGK.
Indonesia AirAsia is the airline most travellers choose for flights from CGK to KCH.
Indonesia AirAsia is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 71.43% of its services arriving as planned.
Travelling from central Jakarta to CGK takes around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% arrive on time at their destination.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
HLP is about 14 kilometres from central Jakarta. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Jakarta to KCH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Halim Perdanakusuma Airport:
About Kuching International Airport (KCH)
Have a late flight from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near KCH and be in snooze mode sooner:
Pick up a Kuching International Airport rental car and discover Kuching and beyond with your own wheels. Agtran, Hertz and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Jakarta to Kuching International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
Kuching International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Kuching. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport is 43 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 85 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from Jakarta to KCH, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Jakarta to Kuching International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport (KCH). Visit Kuching in February for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Kuching is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Jakarta to KCH plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kuching
Start your Kuching trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Kuching International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Kuching Waterfront and Royal Kuching Cruise are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Kuching itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Matang Wildlife Centre.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kuching, now it's time to explore more of Malaysia. Travel about 193 kilometres north-east to Sibu to check off its leading sights. From Hiking & Jungle Trekking Kemuyang Sibu to Sibu River Cruise and RB Reef, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Malaysia, consider Mukah, about 257 kilometres north-east of Kuching. Tua Pek Kong Temple, St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and Masjid Jamek Kampung Penakub Permai, Mukah are highlights.