Travelling from London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Kuala Lumpur is eight hours ahead of London. Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from London to SZB. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
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Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SZB flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
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Getting from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) to central Kuala Lumpur
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur is around 16 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport is $508. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,038. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to SZB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a London to SZB flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point are attractions you won't want to skip in Kuala Lumpur.
Explore more of Malaysia
Johor Bahru is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).
If you want to check out another major destination in Malaysia, head for Ipoh, about 177 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town are highlights.
