Flying from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.
Kaohsiung (the location of Kaohsiung International Airport) and Kuala Lumpur share the same timezone — UTC+8.
Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most traveled route, with seven flights a week to choose from. You can fly from KHH to KUL at 13:35 with AirAsia.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your KHH to Kuala Lumpur flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at KHH and fly straight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets.
Book your ticket with AirAsia. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from KHH to Kuala Lumpur. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
KHH is around 8 kilometres from central Kaohsiung. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to KHH:
Kaohsiung International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 93.35% of flights that take off from KHH reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) to Kuala Lumpur
R 1,621 is currently the best price for a one-way Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 3,433. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from KHH to Kuala Lumpur. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 64 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to KUL if you have a late flight from Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from KHH to Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Once your flight from Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your KHH to Kuala Lumpur flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.
Score the best price by booking your ride from SZB one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Travel to Kuala Lumpur during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KHH to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuala Lumpur right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Kaohsiung International Airport to Kuala Lumpur:
Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Johor Bahru is another must-experience destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur. No journey is complete without a visit to Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.