Flying from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur is 50 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kuantan (the location of Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport).
The most popular route is from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). You can choose from 135 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUA to KUL is the 06:30 Malaysia Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 20:30 with Malaysia Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from KUA to Kuala Lumpur, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as September 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.
You can catch a direct flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Begin your journey at KUA and land at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Be on the lookout for deals with Malaysia Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
For a flight within Malaysia, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present some kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur, make sure your ID is up to date.
Travelling from central Kuantan to KUA takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near KUA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Kuala Lumpur
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur is $24. The cheapest price for a return flight is $45. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from KUA to Kuala Lumpur, book your trip 8 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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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 a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 4 hours and 29 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is around 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. After your flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah 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 KUA to Kuala Lumpur, rest your head at a hotel close to SZB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from KUA to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah 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 highlights which should be on any well-planned Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
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