Travelling from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 10 minutes.
Shenzhen and Kuala Lumpur follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
Each week, there are 63 Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, opt for the 01:55 Shenzhen Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:10 with Shenzhen Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your SZX to KUL flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Kuala Lumpur (and then other parts of Malaysia) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
AirAsia is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 78.81% of its services landing on schedule, Shenzhen Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SZX to KUL flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
At the moment, $98 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $205. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SZX to KUL.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
You'll find SZX at Airport 9th Rd.
Of all flights leaving Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, 79.49% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport from central Shenzhen, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to SZX:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're landing on a late Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. The drive time takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
It takes around 4 hours 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SZX to KUL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another favourite stop in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is located around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Be sure to visit highlights including Simflightkl.