Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is 6 hours ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from ATH to Kuala Lumpur, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from ATH to Kuala Lumpur that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can travel to Malaysia for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Greece. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Located around 40 kilometres from central Athens, ATH can be reached in approximately 37 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 59 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near ATH? If you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Kuala Lumpur
$367 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Return flights start from $742. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ATH to Kuala Lumpur. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from ATH to Kuala Lumpur. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 64 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 4 hours and 29 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 24 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Once you've hopped off your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 27 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SZB. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from ATH to Kuala Lumpur:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from ATH to Kuala Lumpur in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are top sights which should be on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Kuala Lumpur and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
