Flying from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the two main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
13 hours 45 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is eight hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Malaysia Airlines at 11:30pm. Opt for the first KUL to LHR departure with Malaysia Airlines at 9:25am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to LHR.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) depart from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport with Malaysia Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from KUL.
Malaysia Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from KUL to LHR.
Among carriers operating on this route, Malaysia Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to LHR that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KUL and LHR include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on schedule at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Kuala Lumpur to LHR flight? Check in to a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
67.97% of flights leaving Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near LHR and turn out the lights sooner:
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Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around one week before your Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
Central London is roughly 26 kilometres from London Heathrow Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
$312 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport. Return flights start at $798. These prices can change based on demand.
To score cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to LHR, book your ticket six months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to London. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to LHR flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
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Your London trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 145 kilometres west of London. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are the start of reasons to visit.