Flying from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
Taipei is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) taking off from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Kuala Lumpur (where Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located) and Taipei share the UTC+8 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. There are 34 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with AirAsia X at 11:55pm. Opt for the first TPE to KUL departure operated by AirAsia X at 12:15am if you'd rather get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Taipei to KUL, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) operate out of this terminal.
A variety of airlines at TPE operate direct flights from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Some of the most popular are:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between TPE and KUL is EVA Air.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is EVA Air.
Travelling from central Taipei to TPE takes about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can reach TSA from the centre of Taipei in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Taipei to KUL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport:
Flights from Taipei Songshan Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 91.15% of them landing as expected.
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near KUL:
Explore without limits with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and venture far and wide through Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Central Kuala Lumpur is around 48 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
At the moment, Rs22,992 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs42,405. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Taipei to KUL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). August is the most popular month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
Book a Taipei to KUL flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Kuala Lumpur when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to PETRONAS Tower 2 followed by Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Journey about 274 kilometres south-east to Johor Bahru to tick off its popular sights. From Pasar Malam to Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ipoh is another must-experience destination in Malaysia and is around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without visiting Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town.
