Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's main airports.
Disembark at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the major arrival point in Philadelphia.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Leave enough time to make your Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season 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.
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia, take it easy in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to PHL if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Philadelphia and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia flight.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is approximately 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider choice 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 off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Philadelphia, explore our selection of hotels including:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Philadelphia travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Philadelphia Museum of Art.
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.
