Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) taking off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport flight.
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. The city is in the UTC+4 timezone and is four hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Etihad Airways at 9:40pm. Opt for the first KUL to AUH departure operated by Etihad Airways at 9:25am if you'd rather not wait around.
To ensure you get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AUH, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) take off from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport with Etihad Airways. This top carrier operates departures from KUL.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Etihad Airways from KUL to AUH.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Etihad Airways.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to AUH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV)
Located around 56 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% arrive on time at their destination.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is around 19 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to AUH flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
72% of flights taking off from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Consider staying in a hotel near AUH if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, central Abu Dhabi is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Rs76,486 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs154,356. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to AUH, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Abu Dhabi. August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to AUH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Abu Dhabi to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Abu Dhabi
Start your Abu Dhabi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Abu Dhabi to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Emirates Palace.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in the United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 129 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are the start of reasons to visit.
