Travelling from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Phoenix. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Phoenix to KUL.
If you're flying during a peak month like March, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Phoenix to KUL even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is an option when departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
PHX is about 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from PHX arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport the day before your Phoenix to KUL flight:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as expected.
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KUL if you're catching a late flight from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, central Kuala Lumpur is around 56 kilometres away. It takes about 55 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
$929 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Return flights start from $1,662. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to KUL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Plan your visit to Kuala Lumpur in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Phoenix to KUL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower are top sights which should be on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Johor Bahru is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 274 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Malaysia, consider Ipoh, about 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Lost World of Tambun are among its highlights.