Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Tel Aviv is six hours behind Kuala Lumpur and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your KUL to TLV flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between KUL and TLV:
Dubai Airport
Phuket International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
$810 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,537. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from KUL to TLV. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KUL to TLV by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights that take off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 4 hours 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to KUL:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Book a hotel close to TLV if you're catching a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and venture far and wide through Tel Aviv and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Tel Aviv. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tel Aviv. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from KUL to TLV in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Israel you'll want to see. About 56 kilometres south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Israel, head for Haifa, about 80 kilometres north of Tel Aviv. Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak are key highlights.