Travelling from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of Dallas. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Dallas to KUL.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Dallas to KUL departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
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72% of flights that depart Dallas Fort Worth International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Dallas to KUL flight? Check in to a hotel near Dallas Love Field before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Dallas Love Field has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
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Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Central Kuala Lumpur is around 56 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is $827. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,505. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Dallas to KUL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Plan your visit to Kuala Lumpur in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Dallas to KUL plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Johor Bahru is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 274 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.
Ipoh is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without visiting Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Lost World of Tambun.