Travelling from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
Tehran's main base, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Tehran. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Tehran to KUL. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak 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 Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Tehran to KUL that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IKA and KUL include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
To get to IKA from central Tehran, it takes around 1 hour to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are near Imam Khomeini International Airport. They're a particularly great choice if you're taking off early.
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, 69.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near KUL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 48 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
At the moment, Rs87,658 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs212,739. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Tehran to KUL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Tehran to KUL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Kuala Lumpur. August is when most people book flights from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Tehran to KUL flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Kuala Lumpur when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to PETRONAS Tower 2 followed by Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Johor Bahru will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).
If there's time to check out another corner of Malaysia, head for Ipoh, about 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town are among the biggest draws.
