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Connecting route · Malaysia → Thailand

Flights from Kuching to Phuket

There are no direct flights from Kuching to Phuket. The easiest way is one stop via Kuala Lumpur or Singapore, about 4h 36m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 4h 36m
KCHHKTKUL

Kuching to Phuket at a glance

Fastest journey4h 36mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Kuala Lumpur or Singapore

Best ways to fly from Kuching to Phuket

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
KCH Kuala Lumpur (KUL) HKT
Leg 1: AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia, Firefly · Leg 2: AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia
One airline, one ticket ~4h 36m
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KCH Singapore (SIN) HKT
Leg 1: MASwings, Scoot · Leg 2: Scoot
One airline, one ticket ~4h 36m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
1,510 km938 miles
Journey time
4h 36mestimate
Time difference
-1hPhuket vs Kuching
Currency in Phuket
THB
Airports
KCH → HKT

Flights from Kuching to Phuket: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Kuching to Phuket?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Kuching to Phuket?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 4h 36m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 1,510 km.
Where do you change planes between Kuching and Phuket?
The best connecting points are Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Singapore (SIN). AirAsia flies both legs via Kuala Lumpur, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Kuching and Phuket?
Kuching: Kuching International Airport (KCH). Phuket: Phuket International Airport (HKT).
What is the time difference between Kuching and Phuket?
Phuket is 1 hour behind Kuching.

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