Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur share the same timezone, UTC+8.
Each week, there are 480 Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, select the 08:10 Cathay Pacific flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:40 with AirAsia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HKG to KUL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
There's a good range of direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport to choose from. When planning your Kuala Lumpur trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of Malaysia:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with AirAsia on this route.
With a dependable 80.7% of services arriving as planned, Cathay Pacific has the best on-time record for HKG to KUL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between HKG and KUL:
Changi International Airport
Penang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
R 1,406 is currently the best price for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,665. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from HKG to KUL by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
73.04% of flights leaving from Hong Kong International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near HKG? If you've booked an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're landing on a late Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near KUL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and venture far and wide through Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to central Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
It takes around 4 hours 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you want to go to Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HKG 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
You've done Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Travel around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its top sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Another worthwhile stop in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is roughly 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Simflightkl.
