Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hat Yai Airport (HDY): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
The timezone in Hat Yai (Songkhla) is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kuala Lumpur.
Choose from 13 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport flights. The 11:35 departure with Batik Air Malaysia is the earliest flight available. Thai AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 18:20.
To ensure you get on your KUL to HDY flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Thai AirAsia offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Hat Yai (Songkhla) — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Thai AirAsia.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for KUL to HDY flights is Thai AirAsia.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between KUL and HDY:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
Phuket Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hat Yai Airport (HDY)
Right now, 54 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 122 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from KUL to HDY if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it'll take about 55 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Hat Yai Airport (HDY)
Reserve a hotel near HDY if you're catching a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Hat Yai Airport rental car and explore Hat Yai (Songkhla) and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car rental, Chic Car Rent and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Hat Yai Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Hat Yai Airport (HDY) to central Hat Yai (Songkhla)
From Hat Yai Airport, Hat Yai (Songkhla) is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Hat Yai Airport (HDY)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Hat Yai (Songkhla) based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Hat Yai (Songkhla) is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from KUL to HDY in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
See more of what Thailand has to offer with a visit to Surat Thani, located about 274 kilometres north-west of Hat Yai (Songkhla). From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other top attractions, you'll find plenty of things to put on your must-do list.
Eager to see Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then head toward Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another notable stop in Thailand, it's around 161 kilometres north of Hat Yai (Songkhla).