Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB) when organising your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas.
Disembark at Las Vegas's primary gateway, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).
The timezone in Las Vegas is UTC-8, which is 16 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas flights if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
KUL is about 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 18 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas, kick back in one of these hotels near Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport:
72% of all departures from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LAS:
Pick up a Harry Reid International Airport rental car and explore Las Vegas and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Harry Reid International Airport about one week in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas flight.
The address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD)
Central Las Vegas is around 5 kilometres from Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD). Make your way off your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas and then keep your eyes peeled for any airport signs directing you to the city centre.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near BLD. Unwind after your Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas flight at any of these well-located options:
North Las Vegas Airport (VGT)
Step off your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas and go straight to your hotel or start exploring the sights right away. Central Las Vegas is around 6 kilometres from North Las Vegas Airport (VGT).
Pick up a North Las Vegas Airport rental car and enjoy travelling in your own private, air-conditioned space. Whether you want an economy or an intermediate SUV, Hertz will help you find your ideal set of wheels.
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your ride from VGT well ahead of your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
April is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas. To avoid the crowds, head to Las Vegas in March.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Las Vegas to range from 23ºC to 43ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
Start your Las Vegas trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Las Vegas, browse our selection of hotels including:
Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are just two of the big attractions to put on your Las Vegas must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Penn & Teller.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Las Vegas. Around 370 kilometres to the southwest, popular attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Phoenix, about 418 kilometres southeast of Las Vegas. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are among its highlights.
