Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 4 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Hong Kong (the location of Hong Kong International Airport) and Kuala Lumpur are in the same timezone — UTC+8.
With 480 weekly flights between the two airports, Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the busiest route. Cathay Pacific operates the earliest flight at 08:10. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from HKG to KUL is with AirAsia at 21:40.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from HKG to Kuala Lumpur. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Nonstop flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kuala Lumpur are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is where you'll disembark.
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. The most popular include:
We make it simple to plan a flight from HKG to Kuala Lumpur with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can travel to Malaysia for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from China. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
HKG is around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 44 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near HKG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Kuala Lumpur
Rs21,944 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Return flights start from Rs42,263. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HKG to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours and 29 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. Following your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 27 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
After your flight from HKG to Kuala Lumpur, unwind at a hotel close to SZB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Kuala Lumpur, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur for March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from HKG to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After locking in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are must-visits when exploring Kuala Lumpur.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Kuala Lumpur and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.