Travelling from London to Kuching International Airport (KCH): What you need to know
You can select from multiple airports when planning a flight from London to Kuching International Airport (KCH). Explore your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Kuching International Airport is located in Kuching. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is eight hours ahead of London.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from London to KCH.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to KCH even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Kuching International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Kuching International Airport. Changi International Airport (SIN) is a popular option between London Gatwick Airport and KCH.
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to KCH flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Kuching International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that leave from STN land at their destination on schedule 64.73% of the time.
About Kuching International Airport (KCH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KCH if you have a late flight from London to Kuching International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Kuching International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Agtran, Hertz or Avis and find adventure across Kuching and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Kuching International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to central Kuching
The centre of Kuching is roughly 8 kilometres from Kuching International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
275 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Kuching International Airport. A return flight starts from 606 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to KCH if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Kuching International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from London to KCH.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from London to Kuching International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from London to Kuching International Airport (KCH)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Kuching. August is when most people book flights from London to Kuching International Airport (KCH), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a London to KCH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuching to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Kuching International Airport in February when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Kuching
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuching right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from London to Kuching International Airport:
Kuching Waterfront and Royal Kuching Cruise are a couple of major attractions to add to your Kuching travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Matang Wildlife Centre.
Explore more of Malaysia
Sibu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kuching. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Hiking & Jungle Trekking Kemuyang Sibu, Sibu River Cruise and RB Reef.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Malaysia, head for Mukah, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Kuching. Tua Pek Kong Temple, St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and Masjid Jamek Kampung Penakub Permai, Mukah are key reasons to visit.