Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is seven hours ahead of Hamburg and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your HAM to KUL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamburg Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between HAM and KUL:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Right now, R 4,795 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,597. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from HAM to KUL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Hamburg Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
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Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Of the departures from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Hamburg Airport from central Hamburg, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to HAM:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hamburg Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamburg Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Hamburg Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HAM to KUL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another favourite stop in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is located around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Be sure to visit highlights including Simflightkl.