Flying from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll catch your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's main airports.
Kuala Lumpur is 15 hours ahead of Seattle. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from Seattle to KUL won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Seattle to KUL that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SEA and KUL include:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can get to LKE from central Seattle in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to KUL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Book a hotel close to KUL if you have a late flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur is around 48 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is Rs100,493. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs183,120. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to KUL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Visit Kuala Lumpur in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Seattle to KUL flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Kuala Lumpur when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for PETRONAS Tower 2 followed by Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.
Explore more of Malaysia
Johor Bahru is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Malaysia, consider Ipoh, about 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town are the start of reasons to visit.
