Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Around 10 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport flight.
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. The city is in the UTC+13 timezone and is five hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Auckland Airport (AKL) is the busiest route, with 8 direct services every week. You can travel from KUL to AKL on Malaysia Airlines's 8:30am flight.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AKL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Get to your destination in one go from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport with Malaysia Airlines. This top airline offers services from KUL.
Malaysia Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from KUL to AKL.
Malaysia Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to AKL departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Located around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
58.65% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Kuala Lumpur to AKL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
67.97% of all departures from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
Book a hotel close to AKL if you're catching a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Auckland and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to central Auckland is roughly 18 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport is Rs90,463. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs189,511. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book ten months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to AKL.
March is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal 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 zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport (AKL). Visit Auckland in April for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to AKL flight ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Auckland to range from 15ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 14ºC.
More about Auckland
Start your Auckland trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Auckland Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Your Auckland trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Rangitoto Island, Auckland Bridge Climb and Bungy and Auckland Waterfront.
Explore more of New Zealand
Hamilton is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Auckland. Around 97 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral.
Tauranga is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 145 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No journey is complete without visiting Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach.
