Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
When it comes to arriving in Vancouver, get off the plane at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is another way to get to this city.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is 15 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on schedule at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can reach SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver, stay in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
67.97% of flights leaving Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to YVR if you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and venture far and wide through Vancouver and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver flight.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 0.80 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 15 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near CXH. Tuck yourself in after your Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver flight at any of these well-located options:
In general, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CXH as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Step off your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver and travel to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach driving.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel near YXX. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver flight:
Be in control of the next leg of your trip by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise will get you on the road.
Around one week before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver is a good time to book your ride from YXX. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Vancouver
May is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver, while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Vancouver based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Vancouver to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Vancouver, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Vancouver, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey around 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to tick off its top attractions. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.