Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, making Bangkok one hour behind Kuala Lumpur.
Flights from KUL to BKK start from 09:00 — the earliest with Malaysia Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:00 with Malaysia Airlines. Overall, there are 56 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your KUL to BKK flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Malaysia Airlines offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bangkok — and maybe even more of Thailand if you have time.
Malaysia Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating KUL to BKK flights, Thai Airways has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. These are the top stopovers between KUL and BKK:
Phuket Airport
Krabi Airport
Phnom Penh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
R 873 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,939. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from KUL to BKK by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from KUL to BKK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to KUL? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're coming in on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Pick up a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is March, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Bangkok based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport for April if you'd like to go to Bangkok during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KUL to BKK around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.



















