Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Expect to be travelling for 13 hours 46 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport.
London is 8 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 26 direct flights a week between the two airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Malaysia Airlines operates the earliest flight at 09:25. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from KUL to LHR is with Malaysia Airlines at 23:30.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to LHR. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) take off from this terminal.
When leaving from KUL, you can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport with Malaysia Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to LHR with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KUL and LHR include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
The distance from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL is around 64 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Looking to fly out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)? You can reserve a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) out of this hub.
From SZB, direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to LHR can be booked with Malaysia Airlines.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and LHR:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 1 hour and 32 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 27 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to LHR? Kick back in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London takes about 57 minutes in a car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
For a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport, Rs74,579 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just Rs139,454. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
It's best to book 2 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to LHR around that time.
The cheapest month for tickets from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to London in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Kuala Lumpur to LHR for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
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