Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport (LBJ): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport (LBJ) departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport flight.
Labuan Bajo (where Komodo Airport is located) and Kuala Lumpur share the UTC+8 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Komodo Airport (LBJ). Take your pick of 3 direct services each week. AirAsia operates a 10:45am departure between KUL and LBJ.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to LBJ won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport (LBJ) take off from this terminal.
When departing from KUL, you can catch a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport with AirAsia.
AirAsia sees the most traveller bookings for flights from KUL to LBJ.
Whether you want to explore a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to LBJ.
KUL is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
58.65% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is around 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to LBJ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Komodo Airport (LBJ)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near LBJ and get cosy, quick:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport (LBJ)
Currently, 70 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 133 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to LBJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport (LBJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport (LBJ). Plan your visit to Labuan Bajo in February for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to LBJ plane ticket departing in October if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Labuan Bajo to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Labuan Bajo
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Komodo Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Labuan Bajo:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Labuan Bajo when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Komodo Island Tours followed by Golo mori and Komodo enterprise.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've visited Labuan Bajo, now it's time to explore other corners of Indonesia. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Ende to tick off its leading attractions. From Nanganesa Beach to Perjalanan wisata dan paket tour flores and Murondao Waterfall, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Indonesia, head for Bima, about 129 kilometres west of Labuan Bajo. WPM(Wisata Pasir Mangrove), Tempat Mandi Kerbau and Merdeka Square, Serasuba are among its highlights.