Travelling from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 15 hours ahead of Seattle.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to KUL.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Seattle to KUL leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
From the centre of Seattle, SEA is around 23 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
In search of a handy hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Split up your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Lake Union Sea Plane Base and KUL include:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 23 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 11 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Seattle to KUL? Unwind in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel near KUL if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur is around 1 hour and 3 minutes in a car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
₹ 32,823 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 75,326. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for flight tickets from Seattle to KUL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
February is the quietest time to fly to Kuala Lumpur. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
When booking your flight from Seattle to KUL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After locking in your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower Mini Zoo are just two of the top attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out KLCC Park.
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