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The passing through immigration is quick and easy, thanks to plenty of IT-enabled counters which are always adequately staffed.
Kuching internationally
to Pontianak, Bandar
Seri Begawan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Seoul and Tokyo and domestically
to all major cities and towns in West and East Malaysia. Cargo is handled by two major airlines – MASkargo and Transmile Air Services. Chartered helicopter and fixed-wing aviation services are also provided by Hornbill Skyways Sdn Bhd.
One of Kuching International Airport’s greatest competitive
advantages is its location, especially its close proximity to the City Centre. With the recent upgrading of Kuching’s major traffic arteries, it is less than 30 minutes from the Central Business District and
the State Government Administrative District, even at peak hours,
with most of the city’s residential, commercial and industrial areas even nearer.
The airport has several internationally known
food-outlets and an affordably priced cafeteria with some outlets open 24 hours. There are a number
of hotel and tour
operator counters in
the arrival hall, as well
as the Sarawak Tourism Board’s information counter. Also available
are public telephones, WIFI connections, ATMs,
a bureau de change, a smoking room (in the departure area) and several high-end shopping outlets.
Just one of the many high-end retailers in Kuching Kuching’s Plaza Premium Lounge offers VIP hospitality to International Airport’s duty-free shopping zone. passengers in all fare categories.