Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Kuala Lumpur. Explore your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when planning your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport (PUS).
Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan. The city runs on the UTC+9 timezone and is one hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
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 PUS.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to PUS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.65% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
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 airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Kuala Lumpur to PUS flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 67.97%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport land on time.
About Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Reserve a hotel close to PUS if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Follow your own route with a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and experience more of Busan and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport flight.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Busan. The time it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Currently, Rs19,856 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs40,319. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to PUS if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport (PUS). August is the peak month for travel to Busan. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to PUS flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Busan to range from 22ºC to 29ºC.
January has temperatures of between -3ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Busan
Start your Busan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Gimhae International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Busan itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Busan, a trip to Daejeon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.
Gwangju is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 193 kilometres west of Busan. No trip is complete without experiencing World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale.