Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Yangon International Airport (RGN): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport.
Yangon's timezone is UTC+6:30, which makes Yangon one hour 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur.
Take your pick of 33 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport flights. The 09:10 departure with Malaysia Airlines is the earliest available. AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 18:00.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KUL to RGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Yangon (and then other destinations in Myanmar) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Myanmar Airways International is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for KUL to RGN flights is Malaysia Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between KUL and RGN:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
Rs23,757 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs49,341. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from KUL to RGN by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KUL to RGN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 4 hours 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near KUL? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Yangon International Airport (RGN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RGN instead:
Getting from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to central Yangon
Yangon International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Yangon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
June is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Yangon in February.
When booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Yangon International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Yangon, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 41ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 18ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from KUL to RGN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Myanmar
Bago is just one of the many places in Myanmar waiting to be discovered after you've seen Yangon. Around 64 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Bee Throne Hall, Plage de la Hume and Kanbawza Thadai Golden Palace Museum.
Around 451 kilometres north of Yangon, Meiktila is another favourite stop in Myanmar. Start your sightseeing at General Aung San Park, Mingalar Zay Yone Monastery and Htayasana Monastery.