Flying from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Houston is 13 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to IAH won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to IAH with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between KUL and IAH include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
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58.65% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is around 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near IAH and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight.
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Houston. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Rs117,234 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. A return flight starts from Rs266,564. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to IAH. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). July is the peak month for travel to Houston. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your Kuala Lumpur to IAH flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Holocaust Museum Houston are must-visits when exploring Houston.
Explore more of the United States
Houston will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to Austin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Corpus Christi, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Houston. Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral are among its highlights.
