Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 40 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur two hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu.
You can choose from 97 weekly Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. The 10:15 departure with Himalaya Airlines is the earliest available. Malaysia Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:30.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your KTM to KUL flight.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then other corners of Malaysia) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Himalaya Airlines.
Among carriers operating KTM to KUL flights, Malaysia Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KTM and KUL include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
At the moment, Rs39,109 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs77,000. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from KTM to KUL, reserve your trip three months ahead of your planned departure.
February is the cheapest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from KTM to KUL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Central Kathmandu to Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KTM? If you're catching an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 4 hours 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Kuala Lumpur in February.
Book your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you want to explore Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KTM to KUL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another well-known destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is located around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make time for highlights including Simflightkl.
