Travelling from Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is 2 hours 4 minutes.
Phnom Penh International Airport is located in Phnom Penh. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is 1 hour ahead of Phnom Penh.
The most popular route is from Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Take your pick of 51 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PNH to KUL is the 08:20 AirAsia service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:30 with AirAsia.
To ensure you catch your flight from PNH to Kuala Lumpur, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can catch a direct flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Start your trip at PNH and land at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
You can choose from various airlines offering direct flights from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, including:
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from PNH to Kuala Lumpur that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
If you hold a passport from Cambodia and are travelling to Malaysia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length and purpose of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
To get to PNH from central Phnom Penh, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a convenient hotel close to PNH? If you're catching an early flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) to Kuala Lumpur
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is ₹ 6,013. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 10,698. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from PNH to Kuala Lumpur by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Locking in a cheap ticket from PNH to Kuala Lumpur is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
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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 reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phnom Penh International 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 about 24 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Following your flight from Phnom Penh 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 trip to take about 1 hour and 32 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SZB. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from PNH to Kuala Lumpur at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to travel to Kuala Lumpur. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur for March to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from PNH to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phnom Penh International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
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