Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where you'll be arriving in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is 12 hours behind Kuala Lumpur and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it a breeze to find a Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on schedule at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 16 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia, kick back in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
67.97% of flights out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Following your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia. To escape the crowds, go to Philadelphia in February.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Philadelphia.
Explore more of United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.