Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
Flights from ADL to KUL start from 09:50 — the earliest with Malaysia Airlines. The latest departure is at 11:00 with Malaysia Airlines. Overall, there are seven weekly Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ADL to KUL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Malaysia Airlines is your gateway to discovering Kuala Lumpur (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Malaysia Airlines.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering ADL to KUL flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ADL and KUL include:
Changi International Airport
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
167 € is the best price for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Return flights start from 315 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ADL to KUL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ADL to KUL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
75.6% of flights taking off from Adelaide Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Adelaide to Adelaide Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ADL? If you've booked an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel near KUL if you're catching a late Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Kuala Lumpur in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ADL to KUL around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you should also see. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another well-known destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is located about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Simflightkl.