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Flight deals from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuantan Airport to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs17,437. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs8,752 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs8,752, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs9,113 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,113, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs9,117 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,117, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs9,386 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,386, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs9,484 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,484, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs9,513 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,513, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs11,091 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,091, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs11,126 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Sun, 13 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,126, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs13,294 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs13,294, select.
Kuala Lumpur.Rs16,150 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuantan on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,150, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from Rs13,294
Aug
from Rs8,752
Sep
from Rs9,113
Oct
from Rs9,386
Nov
from Rs9,117
Dec
from Rs9,513
Jan
from Rs9,484
Feb
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Mar
from Rs16,150
Apr
from Rs11,091
May
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Jun
from Rs11,126

Direct flights from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur

Alternative Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah

18km from central Kuala Lumpur
Closest
from Rs39,782
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from Rs8,752
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Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs8,752
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr
Most popular airlineMalaysia Airlines
Average flights per week70

Finding cheap flights from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur is Rs17,437. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour is the average flight time from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur.
Malaysia Airlines, Firefly and Qatar Airways fly direct from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur.
As of July 2026, there are 70 flights per week flying from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuantan to Kuala Lumpur is usually August.
If you're flying from Kuantan Airport, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.5 km away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from Rs17,437.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuantan Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Friday, 21 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kuala Lumpur but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

Flying from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • Around 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kuantan (the location of Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport).

  • The most popular route is from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). You can choose from 14 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from KUA to KUL is the 06:30 Malaysia Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 19:55 with Malaysia Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to make your KUA to Kuala Lumpur flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • Direct Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) will be your arrival point.

  • Keep an eye out for deals with Malaysia Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • KUA is about 13 kilometres from central Kuantan. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near KUA. Whether you have an early flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • 74.29% of flights taking off from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Kuala Lumpur

  • Rs8,752 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs17,437. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from KUA to Kuala Lumpur. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up an epic deal.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from KUA to Kuala Lumpur is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the centre of Kuala Lumpur takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 64 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:

  • Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from KUA to Kuala Lumpur.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is around 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. Following your flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near SZB. Settle in and get cosy after your KUA to Kuala Lumpur flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at SZB will help you save.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are often higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Kuala Lumpur in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUA to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur, browse our range of hotels including:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Merdeka Square, Petronas Twin Towers and Central Market Cultural Performances are attractions you won't want to skip in Kuala Lumpur.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kuala Lumpur is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners 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.

  • 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.

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