Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
The average duration of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Noi Bai International Airport is located in Hanoi. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Kuala Lumpur.
The most popular route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), with 27 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from KUL to HAN is the 6:05am AirAsia service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 8pm with Vietnam Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Kuala Lumpur to HAN. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) leave from this terminal.
A range of airlines at KUL operate direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport. The most well-known include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with AirAsia between KUL and HAN.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is AirAsia.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to HAN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD)
Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% touch down on time at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to HAN flight:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 67.97%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Consider staying in a hotel near HAN if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Hanoi. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport is R 897. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,054. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to HAN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). Plan your visit to Hanoi in April for a quieter experience.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to HAN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Hanoi, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Hanoi
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Noi Bai International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hanoi:
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Hanoi Street Foods are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Hanoi travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre.
Explore more of Vietnam
Móng Cái is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hanoi. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Baĩ biển Trà Cổ, Tra Co beach and Biển Trà cổ, Móng Cái, Quảng Ninh.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Vietnam, consider Bỉm Sơn, roughly 129 kilometres south of Hanoi. Quang Khanh Pagoda, Thung lũng xanh and Di Tích Lịch Sử Động Cửa Buồng are key highlights.