Flying from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Singapore. Explore your options leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when planning your flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Singapore and Kuala Lumpur (where Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
Changi International Airport (SIN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. There are 387 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with AirAsia at 23:40. Go for the first SIN to KUL departure operated by Scoot at 04:50 if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Singapore to KUL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can book a direct flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) departing from Changi International Airport (SIN).
These are some of the popular airlines offering direct flights from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport departing from SIN:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Singapore to KUL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Changi International Airport (SIN). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
From the centre of Singapore, SIN is around 21 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Changi International Airport:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Prefer to leave from Seletar Airport (XSP)? You can book a direct flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) out of this busy hub.
XSP is around 19 kilometres from central Singapore. It'll take 23 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Seletar Airport the day before your flight from Singapore to KUL:
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
It typically takes 4 hours and 29 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is R 926. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,234. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Singapore to KUL when you book 5 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares on this route are typically at their lowest.
To score the best price on your tickets from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, book your trip for February (it has the cheapest flights). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Kuala Lumpur. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Singapore to KUL in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
One of the best ways to get to know Kuala Lumpur is to explore its top attractions. Highlights include Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
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