Kuching International Airport (WBGG)
Large airport · Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Airport data
| Name | Kuching International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | WBGG |
| IATA | KCH |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 1°29'15" E 110°21'10" 1.48736, 110.35286 |
| Location | Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 12,402 ft (3780 m) | 151 ft | ASP | Yes |
Kuching International Airport at a glance
Kuching International Airport is a large airport in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, known to airline systems as KCH. The field elevation of 89 ft (27 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at WBGG are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 07/25, offers 12,402 ft (3780 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 07 points roughly 70° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for WBGG shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Kuching International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sibu Airport | WBGS | 201 km (109 NM) |
| Susilo Airport | ID-0341 | 201 km (109 NM) |
| Tebelian Airport | WIOS | 210 km (113 NM) |
| Supadio International Airport | WIOO | 211 km (114 NM) |
| Mukah Airport | WBGK | 244 km (132 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Kuching International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 89 ft field elevation of Kuching International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 29 airports and airfields we list for Malaysia — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Kuching International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Kuching International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Kuching International Airport is WBGG, and its IATA code is KCH. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Kuching International Airport above sea level?
Kuching International Airport sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Kuching International Airport located?
The airport lies at 1.4874, 110.3529 — in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Sibu Airport, about 201 km away.
Does WBGG publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for WBGG appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Kuching International Airport?
Kuching International Airport has one runway. The longest, 07/25, measures 12,402 ft (3780 m) with a ASP surface.