Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hat Yai (Songkhla)'s timezone is UTC+7, making Hat Yai (Songkhla) one hour behind Kuala Lumpur.
Each week, there are 11 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, jump on the 12:00 Thai AirAsia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:20 with Thai AirAsia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your KUL to HDY flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Thai AirAsia offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Hat Yai (Songkhla) — and maybe even more of Thailand if you have time.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Thai AirAsia.
Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that offers KUL to HDY flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport. These are the top stopovers between KUL and HDY:
Don Mueang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Phuket International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
At the moment, $70 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $162. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from KUL to HDY by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights that depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near KUL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
If you have a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near HDY:
Hit the road running by picking up a Hat Yai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car hire, Chic Car Rent or Hertz and explore beyond Hat Yai (Songkhla)'s main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Hat Yai International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) to central Hat Yai (Songkhla)
Hat Yai International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Hat Yai (Songkhla). The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Hat Yai (Songkhla) based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Hat Yai (Songkhla) during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from KUL to HDY in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Hat Yai (Songkhla), now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Travel about 274 kilometres north-west to Surat Thani to check off its top sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Thailand, head for Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 161 kilometres north of Hat Yai (Songkhla). Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are key highlights.