Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport take 3 hours 56 minutes. Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong share the same timezone (UTC+8), so you won't need to change your watch once you land.
Flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport start at 07:15 — the first with AirAsia. The latest departure is the 21:40 option with AirAsia. In total, you can take your pick of 480 weekly services between HKG and KUL.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You'll find a number of airlines providing direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Kuala Lumpur holiday and experience this part of Malaysia, these top carriers service the HKG to KUL route:
If you want to break up your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the HKG - KUL route are:
Penang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Malaysia, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from HKG to KUL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
R 1,505 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Return flights start from R 2,636. These prices may change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from HKG to KUL, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from HKG to KUL. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if airfares have fallen. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Hong Kong International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 44 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your travels? Stay near HKG. Whether you're on an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're on a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near KUL:
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to central Kuala Lumpur is about 1 hour and 3 minutes in a car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kuala Lumpur in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKG to KUL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After locking in your flights from HKG to KUL, you'll need to find a place to stay in Kuala Lumpur. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are popular attractions which should be on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
There's more than one way to get to Kuala Lumpur. Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is an alternative. Check out the flight deals and timetables available from this international airport.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Kuala Lumpur International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kuala Lumpur.
