Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours.
Abu Dhabi is four hours behind Kuala Lumpur and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Every week, there are 20 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, select the 09:25 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:35 with Etihad Airways.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KUL to AUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Etihad Airways is your gateway to exploring Abu Dhabi (and maybe even some other great corners of United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Etihad Airways.
With 72.95% of services arriving as scheduled, Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier operating KUL to AUH flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KUL and AUH:
Chennai Airport
Phuket International Airport
Trivandrum International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
R 2,764 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,649. These fares may change based on availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KUL to AUH.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KUL to AUH.
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Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights that depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 4 hours 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Abu Dhabi's usual tourist stops.
Reserve your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport a few weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Abu Dhabi. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KUL to AUH sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
If you want to check out another side of United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park are the start of reasons to visit.