Travelling from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Rome. Explore your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when reserving your flight from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Rome. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur.
Your flight from Rome to KUL won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Rome to KUL with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between FCO and KUL include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Of all flights leaving Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
CIA is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Rome to KUL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.18%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you have a late flight from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near KUL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is $453. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $805. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Rome to KUL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on flight tickets from Rome to KUL.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. August is when most people book flights from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Rome to KUL flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to 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
You've seen Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Journey around 274 kilometres south-east to Johor Bahru to check off its popular sights. From Pasar Malam to Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar), there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town.