Travelling from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 8 hours 15 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur one hour behind Sapporo.
Take your pick of four weekly New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. The 09:40 departure with AirAsia X is the earliest flight available. AirAsia X operates the last service of the day at 09:40.
To ensure you catch your CTS to KUL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Kuala Lumpur (and then exploring more of Malaysia!) is easy with AirAsia X. This popular carrier has direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is AirAsia X.
AirAsia X is the most punctual carrier that operates CTS to KUL flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between CTS and KUL include:
Narita International Airport
Kansai International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is Rs33,134. A return ticket is currently Rs81,284. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CTS to KUL.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CTS to KUL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive 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. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about New Chitose Airport (CTS)
The address for CTS is 987 Bibi, Chitose.
69.64% of flights that depart New Chitose Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to New Chitose Airport from central Sapporo, it takes about 1 hour if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CTS. Whether you have an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Reserve a hotel close to KUL if you're on a late New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and discover more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CTS to KUL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you should also see. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Your trip through Malaysia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.