Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kuala Lumpur 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your YVR to KUL flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Currently, $431 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $818. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YVR to KUL if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YVR to KUL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on time at their destination.
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YVR:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're landing on a late Vancouver International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:
Explore without limits with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and venture far and wide through Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Kuala Lumpur in February.
When booking your flight from Vancouver 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).
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to KUL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've experienced 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 major destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Simflightkl.