Flying from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Las Vegas. Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur jetting off from here.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's major entry points.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur 16 hours ahead of Las Vegas.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
We make it a breeze to book a Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Harry Reid International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas, LAS can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Harry Reid International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Harry Reid International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
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 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel close to KUL if you have a late flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB)
As soon as your flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 18 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 45 minutes.
After your flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur, rest your head at a hotel close to SZB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or taxi lines. Pick up a Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SZB can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
July is the most popular month for flights from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur. To skip the crowds, go to Kuala Lumpur in March.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After booking your flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Petronas Twin Towers and Sky Terrace KL Tower are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Warisan Merdeka Tower.