Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 15 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from KUL to Vancouver. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from KUL to Vancouver. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
If you have a passport from Malaysia, you'll need an embassy visa to enter Canada. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 4 hours and 29 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour and 3 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KUL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Vancouver
RM1,530 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver. Return flights start at RM2,956. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from KUL to Vancouver. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from KUL to Vancouver every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 33 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver. Book one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
After your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 16 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from KUL to Vancouver:
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver. August is the most popular month to visit Vancouver. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from KUL to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Vancouver right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are major attractions which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
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