Travelling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is five hours behind Wellington and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your WLG to KUL flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Right now, 341 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 851 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from WLG to KUL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Wellington International Airport (WLG)
Of the departures from Wellington International Airport, 72.62% land on time at their destination.
Central Wellington to Wellington International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near WLG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Reserve 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 to explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from WLG to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Any journey through Malaysia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.