Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB) when searching for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo.
When it comes to working out where to land in Tokyo, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the primary gateways.
Jump on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
The busiest route for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Take your pick of 33 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from KUL to NRT is the 00:10 Batik Air Malaysia service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 23:35 with Malaysia Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and fly straight through to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). If you're looking for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo out of KUL, those are your landing points.
These are some of the popular carriers offering direct Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo plane tickets from KUL:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
59% of flights that leave from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can get to SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo? Kick back in a hotel near Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 72%.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times to explore Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda Airport about three weeks before your trip.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
As soon as your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo, rest your head at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT will save you money.
Tokyo Narita Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, visit Tokyo in March.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
TOKYO SKYTREE and Sensho-ji are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Tokyo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres to the west, check out popular attractions including Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're ready to explore another side of Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are the start of reasons to visit.