Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is 13 hours ahead of Houston.
Leave plenty of time to catch your IAH to Kuala Lumpur flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from IAH to Kuala Lumpur. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near IAH? If you're catching an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Kuala Lumpur
Rs112,819 is currently the best price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs249,754. These prices can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from IAH to Kuala Lumpur, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Kuala Lumpur is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across the month and land an incredible deal.
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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 by car. The centre is roughly 64 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Kuala Lumpur, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:
Follow your own route with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and see more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from IAH to Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Central Kuala Lumpur is about 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Once your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Kuala Lumpur has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your IAH to Kuala Lumpur flight:
Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran make collecting a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SZB one week in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Kuala Lumpur. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Kuala Lumpur in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from IAH to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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 hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Kuala Lumpur:
Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.
