Flying from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur one hour ahead of Bangkok.
Every week, there are 56 Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, opt for the 05:40 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:05 with Malaysia Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BKK to KUL flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Malaysia Airlines has direct flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kuala Lumpur — and maybe even more of Malaysia if your schedule allows.
Malaysia Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Thai Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates BKK to KUL flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BKK and KUL:
Singapore Changi Airport
Phuket Airport
Phnom Penh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is R 1,094. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,242. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from BKK to KUL, book your journey four months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BKK to KUL.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of the flights that depart from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Bangkok to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BKK? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're coming in on a late Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you want to explore Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to KUL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.



















