Travelling from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is one hour behind Sapporo, where New Chitose Airport is located.
The most popular route is from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Choose from two weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CTS to KUL is the 09:40 AirAsia X option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 09:40 with AirAsia X.
To avoid rushing for your CTS to Kuala Lumpur flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is where you'll disembark.
AirAsia X is a popular airline that operates direct flights from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from CTS to Kuala Lumpur. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Sapporo to CTS is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near CTS. Whether you have an early flight from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
69.64% of flights that leave from New Chitose Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find CTS at 987 Bibi, Chitose.
How to find the cheapest flights from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Kuala Lumpur
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight is Rs58,869. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs126,209. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CTS to Kuala Lumpur.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 64 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Follow your own route with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from CTS to Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is roughly 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. Once you've hopped off your flight from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your CTS to Kuala Lumpur flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from SZB one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Visit Kuala Lumpur in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CTS to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from New Chitose Airport to Kuala Lumpur:
Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are just two of the major attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Johor Bahru is another favourite destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without a visit to Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.