Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport flight.
The timezone in Padang is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kuala Lumpur. Minangkabau International Airport is located in Padang.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG), with 25 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from KUL to PDG is the 7:25am AirAsia option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 5:15pm with Super Air Jet.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to PDG.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) depart from this terminal.
When taking off from KUL, you can catch a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport with AirAsia.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with AirAsia from KUL to PDG.
Among carriers operating on this route, AirAsia has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
KUL is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
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58.65% of flights that take off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to PDG flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.
About Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PDG instead:
Getting from Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) to central Padang
Minangkabau International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Padang. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
Currently, Rs8,845 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs16,299. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book three months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to PDG.
The best month for picking up cheap Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
February is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport (PDG), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Padang based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to PDG flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Padang, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC.
More about Padang
Start your Padang trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Minangkabau International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Padang wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Padang Beach, Padang beach and Pantai Nirwana.
Explore more of Indonesia
Pekanbaru is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Padang. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Pekanbaru Great Mosque, Pasar Wisata Kuliner and Masjid Baitul Makmur.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Indonesia, consider Padangsidempuan, about 257 kilometres north-west of Padang. Masjid Baiturrahman, Masjid raya syeikh islam maulana and PADANG SIDEMPUAN are among the biggest draws.
