Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle.
Step off your plane in Seattle at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is 15 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Kuala Lumpur to Seattle flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Kuala Lumpur to Seattle flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle.
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it easy to book a Kuala Lumpur to Seattle flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 48 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 takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
58.65% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can get to SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle? Check in to a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Seattle. Following your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle. To escape the crowds, head to Seattle in May.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to Seattle tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seattle, explore our range of hotels including:
Greyhound: Bus Station and LMN Architects are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Seattle must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
Seattle is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another favourite destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without seeing Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
