Travelling from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 55 minutes.
Johor Bahru and Kuala Lumpur are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 91 Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your JHB to KUL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as May? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so jetting to Kuala Lumpur (and then visiting more of Malaysia!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
AirAsia is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier offering JHB to KUL flights is Malaysia Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 73.6% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between JHB and KUL:
Penang Airport
Kuching Airport
Kota Bharu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is R 369. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 735. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from JHB to KUL.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Senai International Airport (JHB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Senai International Airport, data shows 66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Johor Bahru to Senai International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near JHB? If you're boarding an early flight from Senai 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)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Senai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JHB to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Travel around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its leading attractions. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
