Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the two main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport flight.
Kaohsiung (where Kaohsiung International Airport is located) and Kuala Lumpur share the UTC+8 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH). Choose from 7 direct services each week. Batik Air Malaysia operates a 3:15am departure between KUL and KHH.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KHH.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
When leaving from KUL, you can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport with AirAsia.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with AirAsia between KUL and KHH.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is AirAsia.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KHH that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KUL and KHH include:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your break? 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 just the thing:
58.65% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can arrive at SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to KHH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
About Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near KHH and hit the pillow fast:
Grab a Kaohsiung International Airport rental car and explore Kaohsiung and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, Ho Ing and Holiday are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking 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 10 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
At the moment, 78 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 160 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to KHH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Kaohsiung. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to KHH plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Kaohsiung, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look 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
Start your Kaohsiung trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kaohsiung International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Kaohsiung when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Lianchi (Lotus) Lake followed by Ruifeng Night Market and Zhonghua Street Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kaohsiung. Around 306 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Taipei Palace Museum.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Taiwan, consider T'ai-chung-shih, about 177 kilometres north of Kaohsiung. Yizhong Street Night Market, Chenghuangmiao and Paochueh Temple are among the biggest draws.