Flying from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
Singapore is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Singapore. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur.
With 266 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Changi International Airport (SIN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. Scoot operates the earliest flight at 4:50am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from SIN to KUL is with AirAsia at 11:30pm.
Your flight from Singapore to KUL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can hop on a direct flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN).
Direct flights from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport are operated by a range of airlines at SIN. Select your seat on any of these:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SIN and KUL is AirAsia.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Malaysia Airlines.
The journey from central Singapore to SIN takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Changi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
68.95% of flights taking off from Changi International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Singapore to XSP in about 1 hour 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Singapore to KUL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Seletar Airport:
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Explore without limits with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and see more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Central Kuala Lumpur is about 48 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is R 879. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,274. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from Singapore to KUL by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is when most people book flights from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Plan your visit to Kuala Lumpur in February for a more low-key escape.
Book a Singapore to KUL plane ticket departing in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
PETRONAS Tower 2 and Petronas Twin Towers are just two of the big attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Petronas Tower take photo point.
Explore more of Malaysia
Johor Bahru is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).
Ipoh is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. No journey is complete without seeing Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town.