Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Kuala Lumpur's main airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) departing from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour. That's the average duration of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport flight.
Kuala Terengganu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport is located in Kuala Terengganu.
Choose from 45 direct services each week between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG). This is the most popular route when departing from Kuala Lumpur.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Kuala Lumpur to TGG. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Take the express route from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) can be booked from here.
Well-known airlines that have direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport out of KUL include:
AirAsia is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from KUL to TGG.
Among carriers operating on this route, Malaysia Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Located around 56 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
59% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Looking to fly out of Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)? Direct Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
From SZB, direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to TGG are available with Firefly.
On the SZB to TGG route, Firefly is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
With 74.07% of its services landing on schedule, Firefly is the most punctual carrier flying between Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport.
You can arrive at SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to TGG flight:
72% of flights departing Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TGG instead:
Getting from Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to central Kuala Terengganu
From Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport, central Kuala Terengganu is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
Currently, $21 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $46. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to TGG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG). April is the busiest month to visit Kuala Terengganu. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in January.
The warmest month in Kuala Terengganu is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to TGG plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Kuala Terengganu
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu Sultan Mahmud Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Terengganu:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Tian Hou Chinese Temple, Masjid Kristal and Takir Beach Kuala Terengganu a.k.a Miami Beach are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Kuala Terengganu itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done Kuala Terengganu, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 129 kilometres northwest to Kota Bharu to check off its top sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kilometres southwest of Kuala Terengganu, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.












