Flying from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Explore your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Expect to be travelling for 12 hours 58 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Kuala Lumpur is 8 hours ahead of London. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
With 27 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. Malaysia Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:25. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from LHR to KUL is with Malaysia Airlines at 21:35.
Your flight from London to KUL won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can find a direct flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can book a direct flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport with Malaysia Airlines. This leading airline offers services from LHR.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from London to KUL leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
LHR is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has direct flights from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
From LGW, direct flights from London to KUL can be booked with Malaysia Airlines.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from London to KUL? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Reserve a hotel near KUL if you're taking a late flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to central Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes in a car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is P15,110. The cheapest price for a return flight is P30,175. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's best to book 6 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from London to KUL around that time.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if the price has dropped. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from London to KUL every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Kuala Lumpur, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from London to KUL in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuala Lumpur right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower Mini Zoo are just two of the big attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to KLCC Park.
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