Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is Kuala Lumpur's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) departing from here.
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport flight.
Kaohsiung International Airport is located in Kaohsiung. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Kuala Lumpur.
You can choose from 4 direct services a week between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH). This is the most popular route, with AirAsia offering a 7:55am departure from KUL to KHH.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KHH.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Book your direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport with AirAsia. This popular carrier offers services from KUL.
AirAsia is the airline most travellers choose for flights from KUL to KHH.
AirAsia is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KHH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Located around 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the flights that depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% land on time at their destination.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to KHH flight:
72% of flights leaving Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near KHH and fast-forward to bedtime:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport flight.
Getting from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) to central Kaohsiung
From Kaohsiung International Airport, central Kaohsiung is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport is 83 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 163 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to KHH. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
February is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH). Visit Kaohsiung in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Kaohsiung is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to KHH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport in January when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Kaohsiung
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kaohsiung:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts, Lotus Pond and Fantasyland are must-do's during your Kaohsiung adventure.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've visited Kaohsiung, now it's time to explore other corners of Taiwan. Travel around 306 kilometres northeast to Taipei to tick off its popular sights. From Taipei 101 Observatory to Taipei 101 and Shilin Night Market, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of Taiwan, head for Taichung, roughly 177 kilometres north of Kaohsiung. Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple are highlights.