Flying from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 55 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kuala Lumpur one hour ahead of Pekanbaru.
Every week, there are 31 Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your PKU to KUL flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so jetting off to Kuala Lumpur (and then discovering more of Malaysia!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
AirAsia is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
AirAsia is the most punctual carrier offering PKU to KUL flights.
If you'd like to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Soekarno-Hatta Airport is a sought-after stop between PKU and KUL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Right now, $37 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $92. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PKU to KUL.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from PKU to KUL.
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Handy information about Pekanbaru Airport (PKU)
74% of flights that take off from Pekanbaru Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Pekanbaru to Pekanbaru Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near PKU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you have a late Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to central Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Pekanbaru Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PKU to KUL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.



