Travelling from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur. Explore your options for jetting out of Stockholm from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Arrive in Kuala Lumpur at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Stockholm.
To ensure you make it on your Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur
To find cheap Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in a cheap Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
ARN is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
BMA is around 8 kilometres from central Stockholm. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Bromma Airport the day before your flight from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
NYO is roughly 88 kilometres from central Stockholm. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Book a hotel near Stockholm Skavsta Airport and make departure day that much easier. If you're hopping on an early Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur flight, consider staying at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before.
NYO has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80.46%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and get to your destination as expected.
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur. Book one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.
Booking your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Once your flight from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 16 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near SZB. Kick back after your Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur flight at one of these well-located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from SZB one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month for flights from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur. To skip the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in February.
Book a Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap flights from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Kuala Lumpur, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka Square are just two of the big attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Travel around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to check off its leading attractions. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Your travels through Malaysia wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is a highlight in this destination, which is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.