Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport (ADL): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Kuala Lumpur. Explore your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport (ADL).
Hop on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 5 minutes.
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. The city is in the UTC+10:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) is the most popular route, with 5 direct services each week. Get from KUL to ADL on Malaysia Airlines's 10:25pm departure.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ADL. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can hop on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport (ADL) departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Malaysia Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport jetting out of KUL.
Malaysia Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from KUL to ADL.
Among carriers on this route, Malaysia Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to ADL with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KUL and ADL include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Perth Airport (PER)
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
58.65% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Kuala Lumpur to ADL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
About Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ADL instead:
Travel at your own speed with an Adelaide Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire or East Coast and chase adventure across Adelaide and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport flight.
Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide
Adelaide Airport to central Adelaide is about 6 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport is R 2,257. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,411. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to ADL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport (ADL). July is when most people visit Adelaide. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to ADL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Adelaide, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
August has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Adelaide
Start your Adelaide trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
St Peter's Cathedral and Adelaide Fringe Festival are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Adelaide itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Adelaide Oval.
Explore more of Australia
Adelaide has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. Around 241 kilometres west of Adelaide, a trip to Port Lincoln will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Lincoln National Park, Winter Hill Lookout and Heritage trail.
Around 209 kilometres north of Adelaide, Port Pirie is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Solomontown Beach, Telowie Beach and Port Pirie Military Museum.
