Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 7 hours 15 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur is four hours ahead of Abu Dhabi and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Every week, there are 20 Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 08:45 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:05 with Etihad Airways.
Your AUH to KUL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Etihad Airways has direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kuala Lumpur — and maybe even more of Malaysia if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Etihad Airways on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for AUH to KUL flights is Etihad Airways.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AUH and KUL include:
Muscat International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Right now, $292 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $666. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from AUH to KUL by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AUH to KUL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Abu Dhabi International Airport, data shows 78.54% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near AUH:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Follow your own route with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and chase adventure across Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 4 hours 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Kuala Lumpur in February.
When reserving your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AUH to KUL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Your trip through Malaysia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.