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Sibu Airport

Sibu, Malaysia
Routes out
9
Destinations
6
ICAO
WBGS
Elevation
122 ft
The gateway in a glance

The Essence of Sibu Airport

SBW
Location
Sibu · 13 · Malaysia
Connectivity
9 routes · 6 destinations
Position
2.262°, 111.985° · 122 ft elev.
Visa & Entry
Visa-free entry (many countries), MDAC (Malaysia Digital Arrival Card)
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A closer look

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Real Sibu flavour, right to the gate.

Sibu Airport is a compact regional hub, and while it won't overwhelm you with dining options, what it does offer reflects the soul of this proud Foochow city. The main terminal has a small but reliable food court on the ground floor, where you can grab a bowl of kampua mee — Sibu's signature springy, lard-tossed noodles — before your flight. It's the kind of simple, honest comfort food that locals genuinely eat every single day, and finding it airside feels like a small miracle.

Beyond kampua mee, look out for stalls serving Foochow red wine noodles, a subtly fragrant dish you won't easily find outside Sarawak. There's also kolo mee available at select counters, along with local kopi — thick, robust Sarawak coffee that pairs beautifully with a slice of kaya toast. The food court tends to bustle during morning departures, so arriving a little early gives you the luxury of eating at your own pace rather than rushing through.

For travellers with a sweet tooth, keep an eye out for local kuih and baked goods sold near the departure gate area. Vendors occasionally carry Sibu's beloved kompia, small sesame-encrusted bread rolls with savoury pork filling, which make a fantastic edible souvenir. Honestly, the airport dining experience here is unpretentious and authentic — no overpriced chain coffee, just real Sibu flavour right up until boarding. Grab an extra serving of kampua mee. You'll wish you had once you're back home.

Highlights
Kampua Mee Airside
Sibu's iconic Foochow noodles are available at the terminal food court before departure.
Foochow Red Wine Noodles
A fragrant Sarawakian specialty you'll rarely find outside this region — worth seeking out.
Rich Local Kopi
Bold, aromatic Sarawak coffee pairs perfectly with kaya toast at the airport stalls.
Kompia to Take Home
Sesame-crusted pork rolls near the gate make an authentic and delicious edible souvenir.
Honest, Affordable Meals
No overpriced chains here — just straightforward, wallet-friendly local food done properly.
Morning Departure Rush
Arrive early to enjoy food court meals leisurely before the breakfast crowd builds up.
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Gateway to Sarawak's third-largest city on Borneo.

Opened
1950
Location
Sibu, Malaysia
Sibu Airport (IATA: SBW, ICAO: WBGS) is a domestic airport serving Sibu, the third-largest city in Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo. It connects the city to major Malaysian hubs including Kuala Lumpur and Kuching, serving as an important transport link for the region's timber, palm oil, and commercial industries. The airport is operated by Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) and handles both scheduled passenger services and cargo operations. Its location in the Rejang River basin makes it a key access point for communities across central Sarawak, many of which are otherwise reachable only by river or small aircraft.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal handling domestic and limited regional flights.
Getting to & from
Taxis and private vehicles are the primary ground transport options connecting the airport to Sibu city center, approximately 4 kilometers away.
Airlines here
Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia are the primary carriers operating scheduled services through Sibu Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Sibu is the largest city in Sarawak not served by an international airport.
  • ›The airport is situated near the Rejang River, the longest river in Malaysia.
  • ›It serves as a crucial link for communities in the interior of Sarawak.
  • ›The airport handles significant cargo traffic related to Sarawak's timber and agricultural exports.
  • ›Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) manages the airport's operations.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.

Route map (6 destinations)

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Routes

SBW → JHBAK · 320
SBW → KCHAK · 320
SBW → KULAK · 320
SBW → BKIMH · AT7
SBW → BTUMH · AT7
SBW → KCHMH · 738
SBW → KULMH · 738
SBW → MYYMH · AT7
SBW → KULOD · 739
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Sibu Airport
Encyclopaedia

Sibu Airport is an airport located 23 km (14 mi) east south east of Sibu, a town in the state of Sarawak in Malaysia. In 2018, the airport handled 1,579,528 passengers on 20,869 flights and also handled 1,443 metric tonnes of cargo. The airport is the 11th busiest airport in Malaysia, and the 3rd busiest in Sarawak in terms of passengers handled.

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Sibu Airport

Airport in Sarawak, Malaysia

Sibu Airport is an airport located 23 km (14 mi) east south east of Sibu, a town in the state of Sarawak in Malaysia. In 2018, the airport handled 1,579,528 passengers on 20,869 flights and also handled 1,443 metric tonnes of cargo. The airport is the 11th busiest airport in Malaysia, and the 3rd…

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