Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is six hours ahead of Helsinki.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to KUL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HEL and KUL:
Phuket International Airport
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is $696. A round-trip fare is currently $1,125. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HEL to KUL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near HEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and discover more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
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 get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 4 hours 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you want to explore Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to KUL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Journey about 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to check off its top sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Another favourite destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is located about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make time to visit highlights including Simflightkl.