Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Give yourself enough time to catch your IAD to KUL flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IAD and KUL:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
R 8,602 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 17,915. These fares may change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IAD to KUL, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
74.39% of flights departing from Washington Dulles International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to IAD:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider booking a hotel close to KUL if you're on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab 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 well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to KUL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Travel about 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to check off its leading sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, your itinerary will be busy.
Next stop? Head onward to Kampung Baru Subang. It's located about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur and boasts highlights like Simflightkl.