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Fri, Oct 16
Penang PENSibu SBW
£54
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Mon, Oct 12
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£55
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Wed, Oct 14
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£55
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Sun, Oct 11
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£60
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Tue, Oct 13
Penang PENSibu SBW
£62
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Thu, Oct 15
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Mon, Oct 12 – Thu, Oct 15
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Wed, Oct 14 – Sat, Oct 17
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Mon, Oct 12 – Wed, Oct 14
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Fri, Oct 16 – Tue, Oct 20
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How much do flights to Sibu cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£54

Cheapest round-trip

£105

Average round-trip

£135

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

AirAsia

Getting from Sibu airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Budget travelers often choose hotel shuttles or pre-arranged transfers.

Sibu is served by Sibu Airport (SBW), located approximately 23 km east of the city center. As a regional hub in Sarawak, Malaysia, the airport offers limited but practical airport transfers to city center destinations. Transport options include taxis, ride-hailing services, hotel shuttles, and rental cars. Journey times typically range from 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Public bus services to the airport are limited, making private transport the most common choice for travelers.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

25-40 min

RM 35 – RM 50; fixed fare from airport taxi counter (approx. USD 8–11)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

convenience and reliability

25-40 min

RM 25 – RM 45; varies by demand (approx. USD 5–10)

on-demand via app (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

25-45 min

RM 0 – RM 30; complimentary or fee varies by hotel (approx. USD 0–7)

pre-arranged with hotel (traffic dependent)

hotel guests

25-40 min

RM 80 – RM 200; per day rate (approx. USD 17–43)

pre-booking recommended (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

25-40 min

RM 50 – RM 100; pre-booked service (approx. USD 11–22)

pre-arranged booking (traffic dependent)

groups and families

Notes:

  • Prices in MYR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Public bus services to Sibu Airport are very limited; taxis and ride-hailing are the most practical options.
  • Grab availability may vary; download the app before arrival for best results.
  • Airport taxi fares are typically fixed and purchased at the taxi counter inside the terminal.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Sibu

Depart from
Penang International
Arrive to
Sibu
Average flights per week
188
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Penang to Sibu

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AirAsiaAXMAKNo
Malaysia AirlinesMASMHNo
Batik Air MalaysiaMXDODNo
FireflyFFMFYNo
ScootTGWTRNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Sibu

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January29°C22°C
February29°C22°C
March30°C22°C
April30°C23°C
May31°C23°C
June31°C23°C
July31°C23°C
August31°C23°C
September30°C23°C
October30°C23°C
November29°C23°C
December29°C23°C
Hottest Month
31°C
July
Coldest month
22°C
February
Sunny days
120
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
26 Sep
75%
36°C23°C
3 Oct
92%
29°C23°C
Sunday
27 Sep
90%
33°C23°C
4 Oct
75%
33°C23°C
Monday
28 Sep
93%
25°C23°C
5 Oct
90%
33°C23°C
Tuesday
29 Sep
90%
31°C23°C
6 Oct
71%
34°C24°C
Wednesday
30 Sep
76%
35°C22°C
7 Oct
68%
32°C23°C
Thursday
1 Oct
84%
32°C23°C
8 Oct
73%
34°C23°C
Friday
2 Oct
92%
29°C23°C
9 Oct
85%
33°C23°C
The most popular airlines for this route are AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia, Firefly, and Scoot. Penang and Sibu have 188 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Penang?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Penang and Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Singapore, Bangkok, Johor Bahru, Phuket City, Bali, Denpasar, Phuket Province, London, Krabi, Kuantan, Hong Kong, Medan, Hanoi, Da Nang, Tawau, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Chiang Mai.

What are the most popular routes to and from Sibu?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Sibu and Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Manila, Taipei, Adelaide, Tirana, Phoenix, Knoxville, Bintulu, Labuan, Lagos, Bengaluru, Tel Aviv, Tawau, Kuantan, Mumbai, Surabaya.

What airports are near Penang?

The main airport in Penang is Penang International. It is also served by Penang International, Hat Yai International, Sultan Azlan Shah, Sultan Abdul Halim.

What airports are near Sibu?

The main airport in Sibu is Sibu. It is also served by Sibu, Bintulu, Mukah, Tanjung Manis.

Which airlines fly between Penang and Sibu?

Currently, you can fly between Penang and Sibu with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia, Firefly, Scoot.

When’s the best time to travel between Penang and Sibu?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Penang and Sibu, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Penang and Sibu?

Traveling between Penang and Sibu, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Penang?

There are a number of airports in and around Penang. The main one is Penang International and other nearby airports include Penang International, Hat Yai International, Sultan Azlan Shah, Sultan Abdul Halim

How many airports are there near Sibu?

There are a number of airports in and around Sibu. The main one is Sibu and other nearby airports include Sibu, Bintulu, Mukah, Tanjung Manis.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Penang and Sibu depart?

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What time do flights between Penang and Sibu depart?

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