Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok is 2 hours 17 minutes.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is 1 hour behind Kuala Lumpur, where Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located.
With 249 flights a week between the two airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is the busiest route. AirAsia operates the earliest flight at 06:35. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from KUL to DMK is with Thai AirAsia at 20:45.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from KUL to Bangkok.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok that lands at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
These are some of the popular carriers offering direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok:
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from KUL to Bangkok that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Krabi Airport (KBV)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You will need an embassy visa for Thailand if you have a passport from Malaysia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
KUL is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 4 hours and 29 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near KUL? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Bangkok
₹ 3,770 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 7,354. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KUL to Bangkok.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 6 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. Following your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DMK. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from KUL to Bangkok at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok. July is the busiest month to travel to Bangkok. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok for April to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from KUL to Bangkok in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bangkok, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are essential stops on your Bangkok itinerary.
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