Travelling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is five hours behind Wellington.
Give yourself enough time to make your WLG to Kuala Lumpur flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling from central Wellington to WLG takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near WLG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Wellington International Airport, 72.62% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Kuala Lumpur
R 6,244 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 14,663. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from WLG to Kuala Lumpur, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from WLG to Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 24 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Once you've hopped off your flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your WLG to Kuala Lumpur flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from SZB one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Before you book your flights from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Kuala Lumpur offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
When booking your Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from WLG to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Merdeka Square, Petronas Twin Towers and Central Market Cultural Performances are top attractions which should feature on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.