Sibu Airport (SBW) serves the town of Sibu in Sarawak, on the Malaysian side of Borneo. It is the main air gateway to central Sarawak and the Rajang river region, and sits about 23 to 24 km east-south-east of Sibu town. The airport has a single passenger terminal that handles domestic flights and the international link to Singapore. Malaysia Airports runs it.

This page covers the terminal, the airlines that fly here, the trip into town and how to use the flight schedule.

About Sibu Airport

Sibu Airport carries the IATA code SBW and the ICAO code WBGS, and SBW is what you will see on your booking and bag tag. As the main air gateway to central Sarawak, it is usually the first stop for travellers heading to the towns of the Rajang river region. The airport is operated by Malaysia Airports (Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad).

Because Sibu town sits some way from the runway, most of your planning comes down to two things. One is booking the right flight, and the other is arranging the ride into town.

Terminal and airlines at Sibu Airport

The main terminal

Everyone uses the main terminal at Sibu Airport, whether you are flying to another Sarawak town, to Peninsular Malaysia or to Singapore. There is no second terminal, so there is no transfer to worry about. Check your e-ticket for the airline and check-in details before you leave home.

Airlines that fly from Sibu Airport

These airlines fly from Sibu Airport:

• AirBorneo, which connects Sibu with Bintulu, Miri and Mukah and took over the regional routes of its predecessor
• Scoot, which flies between Sibu and Singapore

For the full picture on your dates, including routes to Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru, use the schedule tables on this page to see which airlines have upcoming flights.

Getting to and from Sibu Airport

The airport is well outside town, so most people go by road. Allow for traffic, especially at the start and end of the working day.

Taxi

Taxis run from Sibu Airport into town. They charge fixed fares rather than using meters, so confirm the fare with the driver before you get in.

If someone is collecting you, agree a meeting point outside arrivals. Drivers should follow the signs on the day.

Tips for flying from Sibu Airport

Your airline's check-in cut-off, printed on the booking, is the time that matters. On the Singapore route, allow extra time for immigration on departure and keep your passport handy.

Entry rules for Singapore are set by its government, not by the airport. Check the official guidance for your passport before you travel. For up-to-date flight times, use the Traveloka flight status page.

Flights and flight schedule from Sibu Airport

The fare cards on this page show current fares from Sibu, and the schedule tables list upcoming flights at SBW by date, airline and scheduled time. They show a selection rather than every service. Compare the options for your date, then book, or set a Price Alert and wait for the fare to move.

Popular routes from Sibu Airport include:

• Sibu to Kuala Lumpur flights
• Sibu to Kuching flights
• Sibu to Kota Kinabalu flights
• Sibu to Johor Bahru flights
• Sibu to Singapore flights
• Sibu to Miri flights
• Sibu to Bintulu flights

Whether it is a trip home to the Rajang or a weekend in Kuching, find your Sibu flight on Traveloka.