Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Around 12 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur seven hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Take your pick of nine weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. The 20:30 departure with KLM is the earliest you can take. KLM operates the latest service of the day at 21:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your AMS to KUL flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
KLM is your gateway to discovering Kuala Lumpur (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is KLM.
KLM is the most punctual carrier that operates AMS to KUL flights, with 78.85% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between AMS and KUL:
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
R 4,236 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 8,748. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from AMS to KUL, reserve your journey three months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to AMS:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Reserve a hotel near KUL if you're catching a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kuala Lumpur in February.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Travel around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its leading sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Another essential stop in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make time to visit highlights including Simflightkl.
