Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kuala Lumpur four hours ahead of Dubai.
Every week, there are 34 Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 03:10 Emirates flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:35 with Emirates.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your DXB to KUL flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Flying into Kuala Lumpur (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is a breeze with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
Among carriers operating DXB to KUL flights, Emirates has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DXB and KUL:
Muscat International Airport
Phuket International Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Currently, Rs52,347 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs105,330. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from DXB to KUL by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DXB to KUL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near DXB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar to explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
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 around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you want to visit Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to KUL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you'll want to see. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Your trip through Malaysia wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.
