Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kuala Lumpur seven hours ahead of Zurich.
Your ZRH to KUL flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
At the moment, R 4,500 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,842. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ZRH to KUL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Zurich Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, 69.02% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KUL if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to central Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Kuala Lumpur in February.
Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to KUL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another favourite stop in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is located about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Set aside time for highlights including Simflightkl.