On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Kuching — Sarikei route. The distance between the cities is just 144 km, with regular flights operating approximately once a week.
Flights on this route are operated by Malaysia Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price trend chart and low-fare calendar to choose the best date. You can also find out in advance how to get to the airport in Kuching and how to arrange an airport transfer in Sarikei.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kuching — Sarikei by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 575 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 575 in e. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kuching → Sarikei, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 118 | medium | May | AED 99 | low | Sep | AED 123 | medium |
| Feb | AED 132 | high | Jun | AED 137 | high | Oct | AED 109 | low |
| Mar | AED 123 | medium | Jul | AED 118 | medium | Nov | AED 142 | high |
| Apr | AED 113 | medium | Aug | AED 104 | low | Dec | AED 146 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Sarikei is consistently hot and humid throughout the year. April and May are considered the warmest months, with temperatures reaching up to 31°C, while the heaviest rainfall occurs in December and January, which can see up to 30 rainy days per month.
For budget-conscious travelers, October is the most cost-effective month to fly, with ticket prices starting AED 575. During peak periods driven by weather conditions or local holidays, prices can increase significantly.
The best time to visit is July, which is the driest month of the year (with around 12 sunny days). We recommend avoiding the end of the year, as heavy downpours in December can make traveling around the region difficult.
The sole carrier on this route is Malaysia Airlines. Direct flights between the cities operate approximately once a week. You can find detailed schedules, as well as departure and arrival times, in the airline information card provided below.
Flights Kuching — Sarikei depart from Kuching International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route.
The distance between the cities is 144 km. Including take-off and landing time, a direct flight usually takes less than one hour.
Regular flights between Kuching and Sarikei are operated by Malaysia Airlines.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, though they are infrequent—approximately once a week.
Flight prices change constantly based on demand and booking date. You can check the current up-to-date prices in the low-fare calendar on this page.
The flight arrives at Sarikei Airport (TGC), which serves domestic flights within the state of Sarawak.
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