Travelling from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is Las Vegas's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur taking off from here.
Step off your plane in Kuala Lumpur at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur 15 hours ahead of Las Vegas.
To ensure you board your Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
We make it easy to book a Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
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Travelling from central Las Vegas to LAS takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Whether you've booked an early flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
82.07% of flights leaving Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) arrive at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from LAS.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel close to KUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
After your flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 16 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SZB. Settle in and get cosy after your Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur flight at one of these well-located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and be off and running.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at SZB can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month for flights from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur. To avoid the crowds, go to Kuala Lumpur in February.
Lock in a Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Petronas Twin Towers, Merdeka Square and Central Market Cultural Performances are major attractions which should be on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you should also see. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another essential stop in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Set aside time for highlights including Simflightkl.