Travelling from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) taking off from here.
Kuala Lumpur is 13 hours ahead of Dallas. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Dallas to KUL.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dallas to KUL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
DFW is around 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
73.22% of flights that depart Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
DAL is around 16 kilometres from central Dallas. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dallas to KUL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Dallas Love Field Airport:
76.03% of flights taking off from Dallas Love Field Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 48 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is Rs116,570. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs218,929. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dallas to KUL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). August is when most people visit Kuala Lumpur. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Dallas to KUL flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Dallas to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point are must-visits when exploring Kuala Lumpur.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Johor Bahru will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).
Ipoh is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. No journey is complete without dropping by Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town.
