Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is 16 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to LAX.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to LAX that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KUL and LAX include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
KUL is around 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
59% of flights that leave from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to LAX flight, stay in one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 72%.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Central Los Angeles is around 29 kilometres from Los Angeles International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport is Rs116,206. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs211,872. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to LAX, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Discover the best deal on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Visit Los Angeles in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to LAX plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Los Angeles when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Hollywood Sign followed by Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Bakersfield, roughly 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
