Flying from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Kuala Lumpur is one hour behind Tokyo. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Haneda Airport (HND) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with AirAsia X at 11:55pm. Go for the first HND to KUL departure operated by ANA at 12:05am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Your flight from Tokyo to KUL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Go straight to your destination from Haneda Airport (HND). Direct flights from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) are available from here.
When jetting out of HND, you can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport with AirAsia X.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with AirAsia X from HND to KUL.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is ANA.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Tokyo to KUL with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HND and KUL include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
To get to HND from central Tokyo, it takes about 15 minutes to drive the 16 kilometres or so.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
73.52% of flights leaving from Haneda Airport reach their destination on time.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Prefer to leave from Narita International Airport (NRT)? Direct Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) flight tickets are available from here.
When jetting off from NRT, you'll have your pick of airlines that have direct flights from Tokyo to KUL. Take to the skies with any of these carriers:
On the NRT to KUL route, Malaysia Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Book with ANA if you're looking for punctuality. Its flights between Narita International Airport and Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down as scheduled 83.61% of the time.
Break up your flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Narita International Airport and KUL are:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Driving from central Tokyo to NRT usually takes 1 hour, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 64 kilometres.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Tokyo to KUL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70.53%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is Rs33,035. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs56,813. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snap up cheap flights from Tokyo to KUL, book your flight ticket two months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Snapping up a cheap flight ticket from Tokyo to KUL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Find a cheap flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). August is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Tokyo to KUL flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo 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
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Johor Bahru is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).
Ipoh is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. No journey is complete without seeing Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town.
