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Cheapest return flight
$707
Typical prices: $690-$1,029
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Tue 23/10Wed 24/10
MEL - KCH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$312
Typical prices: $371-$544
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Wed 24/1
MEL - KCH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Kuching. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 34% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg $806 (return)
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Shortest trip • 12h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Kuching (MEL-KCH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Kuching

Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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14:00 - 07:35MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
20h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:20 - 05:00KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
27h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$707Multiple Airlines
Fri, 2 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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13:00 - 07:35MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
20h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:20 - 05:00KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
27h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$710Multiple Airlines
Sat, 30 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb
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13:25 - 21:25MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
11h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
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08:55 - 07:55KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
20h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$732Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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14:00 - 07:35MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
20h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:20 - 05:00KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
27h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$749Multiple Airlines
Sat, 30 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb
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06:30 - 18:30MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
15h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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22:25 - 07:25KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$824Multiple Airlines
Sat, 30 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb
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13:25 - 21:25MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
11h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:25 - 12:10KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
10h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$825Scoot
Sat, 30 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb
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06:30 - 18:30MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
15h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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22:25 - 07:25KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$827Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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13:00 - 22:50MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
12h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:15 - 23:35KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
22h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Ho Chi Minh City
$851Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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13:00 - 22:50MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
12h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:15 - 23:35KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
22h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Ho Chi Minh City
$903Multiple Airlines
Sun, 31 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
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13:25 - 21:25MEL  Melbourne-KCH Kuching
11h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
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08:55 - 12:10KCH  Kuching-MEL Melbourne
24h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
$928Scoot
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Kuching flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kuching?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kuching and is 22% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 55% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kuching?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kuching at $566 return.
  • December ($1,481) and April ($1,372) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 161% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Kuching flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$312
Best time to beat the crowds (22% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching

When to book flights from Melbourne to Kuching

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Kuching based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Kuching flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Kuching?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Kuching (KCH).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching most commonly connect through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) – 15% of one-stop connections

    Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching?

    On the Melbourne Airport to Kuching route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $671 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,335 – a $663 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kuching?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Kuching takes 0h 00m, covering 9,027 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kuching?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Kuching changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $707 to $2,506. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Kuching looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Kuching are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $474, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Kuching?

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 11m, compared to 12h 33m via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) and 13h 53m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Kuching?

    Kuching is 2 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Malaysia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Kuching Airport (KCH)?

    Kuching Airport (KCH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Agtran
    • EPTA

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Kuching flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Kuching range from $690 to $1,029, with an average of $857 over the past 12 months. Anything below $690 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Kuching flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $671 – about $663 less than Thursday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Kuching trip for March. Fares historically average $566 return in that month – typically $915 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kuching Airport.
    - Imperial Hotel Kuching
    - Place2stay - Rh

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