Cheap flights to Kuala Lumpur

Most popular in	December	High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest in	May	Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average price	HK$ 1,641	Price for this month
Cheapest price	HK$ 879	From Hong Kong to Kuala Lumpur

Cheapest prices for Kuala Lumpur flights by month

January

HK$ 1,569

February

HK$ 1,876

March

HK$ 1,640

April

HK$ 1,538

May

HK$ 1,381

June

HK$ 1,750

July

HK$ 1,577

August

HK$ 1,617

September

HK$ 1,562

October

HK$ 1,491

November

HK$ 1,554

December

HK$ 1,954

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Kuala Lumpur. Flying to Kuala Lumpur in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

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Price	1159 - 2810 HKD
Temperature	31.8 - 33.5 °C
Rainfall	139.4 - 333 mm

Whilst there are several times of the year to choose from, February is seen as the time to fly to Kuala Lumpur, however, it is possible to get good deals throughout the year. March tends to be the warmest period in Kuala Lumpur so if you are looking for sun or warmer climates then look to fly around this time. November is the wettest if you need to factor this in to your plans.

When is the best time to book flights to Kuala Lumpur?

The price you pay for your flight to Kuala Lumpur may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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Which day is cheapest to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The cheapest day to fly to Kuala Lumpur is usually Monday. At the moment, Friday is the most expensive.

What time of day is cheapest to fly?

Flights in the evening are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Kuala Lumpur. Flights in the morning are usually the most expensive.

Kuala Lumpur (KL), the glittering, bustling, dizzying capital of Malaysia, is a feast for the senses. An early sign of this for travellers is at Kuala Lumpur International, where flights to KL land. This major hub is ultra modern but has a section of transplanted rain forest in its satellite building.

The city’s architecture is a mix of old colonial buildings, Asian, Malay Islamic and modern of which the most sky scraping is the Petronas Towers, the tallest twin buildings in the world. To enjoy the view from the Skybridge on the 41st floor (at 170m) free, snap up one of the 1,300 timed tickets given out each day. The KL Tower offers fantastic views too, from 276m above ground level.

Down on the ground, KL is a mecca for shoppers. The Bukit Bintang area is where most shoppers go. Souvenir hunters head for Central Market, a great starting point for a wander through Chinatown (its heart is Petaling Street, home to bustling night markets) and Little India, a jumble of stalls selling brightly coloured saris and food stands offering Indian snacks.

For a brief respite from the city, Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens (Taman Tasik Perdana) is green and verdant with resident monkeys.

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Kuala Lumpur climate

KL’s equatorial climate is hot and humid throughout the year with lots of rain. Daytime temperatures are usually in the 30s (Celsius) and nights in the 20s. The relative humidity averages 90 per cent. Although rain is common, it is usually in the form of a quick shower. The exception is the monsoon season, from November through February, with torrential downpours and strong winds along the east coast of Malaysia. June and July usually have the least amount of rain.

When to fly to Kuala Lumpur

Peak Season:

Malaysians crowd the city during school holidays in early April, early August, and mid-November to early January. The hotels will be full, so book your reservations well in advance.

Off Season:

With its year-round, uniform climate, KL does not have an off season. The closest you can get to a low season are the holiday weekends when many city dwellers head for the beaches.

Getting around Kuala Lumpur

Public transport and taxis are the way to go in Kuala Lumpur. The monorail and light rails are both fast and easy to figure out. Take the KL Monorail to get to the main shopping and hotel districts or the Putra LRT to get to Chinatown.

Taxis can be hailed or picked up at stands. Note that calling for a taxi will cost you a surcharge. There is also a surcharge for late-night and early-morning trips. Don’t worry about finding a taxi; there are tons, unless it’s rush hour or raining. It’s smart to make sure your driver is clear on your destination, that he knows how to get there and that the meter is turned on.

Driving in Kuala Lumpur is not recommended. It’s amazing how much farther away your destination will seem after walking in Kuala Lumpur’s heat and humidity – consider distance before taking a stroll. Traffic will make your trip even slower and crossing the street can scare years off your life. Follow a group of pedestrians and cross with them if you can. Traffic is so congested that renting a car is a waste of time. There isn’t any space on the road and traffic jams slow rush hour to a crawl.