Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Batam Airport (BTH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Batam's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Batam one hour behind Kuala Lumpur.
There are 11 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport flights every week.
Your KUL to BTH flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Batam (and then seeing more of Indonesia!) is easy with AirAsia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport.
AirAsia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KUL and BTH include:
Medan Kuala Namu Airport
Pekanbaru Airport
Padang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Batam Airport (BTH)
At the moment, 46 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 86 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from KUL to BTH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from KUL to BTH.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Of the flights that depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% land on schedule at their destination.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near KUL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Batam Airport (BTH)
If you have a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BTH:
When to fly to Batam Airport (BTH)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Batam. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Batam Airport for May if you want to go to Batam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to BTH in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Batam is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres south of Batam, a visit to Palembang will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Taman Bunga Celosia Springhill, Ampera Bridge and Masjid Al-Jannah.
Padang is another must-experience destination in Indonesia and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Batam. No trip is complete without seeing Padang Beach, Padang beach and Pantai Nirwana.