Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is 8 hours ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from EDI to Kuala Lumpur. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from EDI to Kuala Lumpur, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a passport from United Kingdom and plan to travel to Malaysia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the length and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kuala Lumpur
R 5,361 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,049. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from EDI to Kuala Lumpur, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 4 hours and 29 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 27 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 32 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from EDI to Kuala Lumpur, settle in at a hotel close to SZB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month for a trip to Kuala Lumpur. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from EDI to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuala Lumpur right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are leading attractions which should be on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
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