How to travel from Redang Island to Bintulu, Malaysia

The distance between Redang Island and Bintulu is around 1,668km (1,037 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Redang Island to Bintulu by ferry, plane and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BintuluRedang Island if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Redang (RDN) to Bintulu (BTU).

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time4h 30m
  • Typical cost
    MYR 310($70)
Operated by

KrasAvia

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1 similiar route

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Syahbandar Jetty then take the bus to Pontianak and then to Sarawak.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 375($84)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Redang Island and Bintulu

There are several options for getting from Redang Island to Bintulu by ferry, plane and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around MYR 260 ($59) and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 310 ($70).

The distance between Redang Island and Bintulu is around 1,668km (1,037 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,149km (714 miles)

It takes around 4h 50m to get from Redang Island and Bintulu by ferry and plane.

The quickest way to get from Redang Island to Bintulu is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx MYR 310 ($70).

The cheapest way to travel between Redang Island and Bintulu is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around MYR 260 ($59) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Redang Island and Bintulu. We recommend that you fly from Redang (RDN) to Bintulu (BTU). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Redang Island and Bintulu. We recommend that you fly from Redang (RDN) to Bintulu (BTU). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Redang Island and Bintulu. Flights depart from Redang (RDN) and arrive at Bintulu (BTU) - via Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB). The flight takes around 4h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Redang Island to Bintulu. There is however a flight that goes via Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB) and Senai (JHB). This services will take at least 4h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Redang Island to Bintulu typically takes around 4h 30m. Flights depart from Redang (RDN) and and arrive into Bintulu (BTU).

The closest major airport to Bintulu is Bintulu Airport (BTU) (BTU) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Bintulu. Mukah Airport (MKM) (MKM) and Kuching International Airport (KCH) (KCH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Redang Island to Bintulu. We recommend that you take a ferry to Merang Jetty then fly from Kuala Trengganu (TGG) to Bintulu (BTU). instead which will take 4h 50m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Redang Island to Bintulu is to take a ferry and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around MYR 440 ($100).

How do I get from Redang Island to Bintulu

Compare travel optionsbetween Redang Island and Bintulu

Transport options from Redang Island to Bintulu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 40m
MYR 310($70)
on demand1,684km (1,046 miles)
Ferry and Plane4h 50m
MYR 440($100)
every 20 mins1,668km (1,037 miles)
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar
1 day 2h
MYR 375($84)
once daily1,811km (1,125 miles)
Ferry to Syahbandar Jetty, bus1 day 6h
MYR 260($59)
once daily1,888km (1,173 miles)

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Airports near Bintulu

The following major airports near Bintulu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.

BTU
Bintulu Airport (BTU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Bintulu
MKM
Mukah Airport (MKM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
112km (70 miles) from Bintulu
KCH
Kuching International Airport (KCH)
International Airport
Distance
355km (221 miles) from Bintulu