Travelling from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Surabaya Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Surabaya.
Choose from 49 weekly Surabaya Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with Indonesia AirAsia is the earliest flight you can take. Indonesia AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 17:40.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SUB to KUL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like May, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Surabaya Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then other corners of Malaysia) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Indonesia AirAsia.
The most punctual carrier that offers SUB to KUL flights is Indonesia AirAsia. Its services arrive without delay 77.46% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Surabaya Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SUB and KUL include:
Singapore Changi Airport
Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Pekanbaru Airport
Handy information about Surabaya Airport (SUB)
79% of flights that leave from Surabaya Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Surabaya Airport from central Surabaya, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SUB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Surabaya Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're landing on a late Surabaya Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and chase adventure across Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Surabaya Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Surabaya Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SUB to KUL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to explore more of Malaysia. Journey about 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to check off its leading attractions. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, there's plenty to keep you on the go.