Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur's main base, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL).
10 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport flight.
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. The city follows the UTC+13 timezone and is five hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
Take your pick of 10 direct services each week between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Auckland Airport (AKL). This is the most popular route, with Malaysia Airlines offering a 8:30am departure from KUL to AKL.
To ensure you catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AKL, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Go straight to your destination from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL) are available from here.
When leaving from KUL, you can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport with Malaysia Airlines.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Malaysia Airlines between KUL and AKL.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 70.73% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to AKL with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KUL and AKL include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
59% of flights taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is around 19 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to AKL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, central Auckland is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL)
At the moment, Rs107,250 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs212,177. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book ten months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to AKL.
The best month for picking up cheap Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL)
March is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL). Plan your visit to Auckland in December for a quieter experience.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to AKL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC and 14ºC.
More about Auckland
Start your Auckland trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Rangitoto Island, Rangitoto Summit and Mt. Wellington are highlights which should be on any well-planned Auckland itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Auckland, now it's time to explore other parts of New Zealand. Journey around 97 kilometres southeast to Hamilton to tick off its leading attractions. From Hamilton Gardens to St Peter's Cathedral and Eden Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in New Zealand, head for Tauranga, about 145 kilometres southeast of Auckland. Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Maunganui Beach and Mount Maunganui Lookout are key highlights.













