Flying from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Tokyo. Check out your options leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) when organising your flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Hop on a direct Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Tokyo. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur.
With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the busiest route. ANA operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from HND to KUL is with AirAsia X at 11:55pm.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Tokyo to KUL.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like March. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
You can find a direct flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) departing from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND).
When jetting out of HND, you can take a direct flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport with ANA.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with ANA (All Nippon Airways) between HND and KUL.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is ANA (All Nippon Airways).
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to KUL leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Travelling from central Tokyo to HND takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Tokyo Haneda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Tokyo Haneda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Planning to catch a flight from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)? Direct Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) plane tickets are available from here.
Top airlines that have direct flights from Tokyo to KUL departing from NRT include:
On the NRT to KUL route, Malaysia Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Among the carriers operating flights between Tokyo Narita International Airport and Kuala Lumpur International Airport, J-Air leads in on-time performance.
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Tokyo Narita International Airport:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You can arrive at NRT from central Tokyo in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Tokyo to KUL flight? Relax in a hotel near Tokyo Narita International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
73% of all departures from Tokyo Narita International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Have a late flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near KUL and hit the lights earlier:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, central Kuala Lumpur is around 56 kilometres away. It takes about 55 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Right now, R 2,477 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,940. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tokyo to KUL.
July is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Visit Kuala Lumpur in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Tokyo to KUL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Petronas Twin Towers and Sky Terrace KL Tower are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Warisan Merdeka Tower.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Johor Bahru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.
Around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh is another favourite stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Lost World of Tambun.