Travelling from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Don Mueang Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur is one hour ahead of Bangkok and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from DMK to KUL start at 06:40 — the first with Thai AirAsia. The last departure is at 21:35 with AirAsia. Overall, there are 83 weekly Don Mueang Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your DMK to KUL flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Don Mueang Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then other corners of Malaysia) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with AirAsia on this route.
Thai AirAsia tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for DMK to KUL flights, with 86.89% of services landing as scheduled.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Don Mueang Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DMK and KUL:
Singapore Changi Airport
Phuket Airport
Penang Airport
Handy information about Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Of all flights departing from Don Mueang Airport, 60% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Bangkok to Don Mueang Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near DMK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Don Mueang Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Don Mueang Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
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 venture far and wide through Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Don Mueang Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Kuala Lumpur. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Don Mueang Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DMK to KUL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to explore other corners of Malaysia. Journey around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to check off its leading sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
