Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is 6 hours ahead of Tel Aviv, where Ben Gurion International Airport is located. Kuala Lumpur operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from TLV to Kuala Lumpur, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
When travelling to Malaysia for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Israel. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Tel Aviv, TLV can be reached in approximately 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 43 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near TLV? If you're boarding an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Kuala Lumpur
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is RM1,172. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,368. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from TLV to Kuala Lumpur. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
It takes roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near KUL if you're taking a late flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Once your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 27 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
After your flight from TLV to Kuala Lumpur, rest your head at a hotel near SZB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Kuala Lumpur, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap flights from TLV to Kuala Lumpur sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After locking in your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are highlights which should feature on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Kuala Lumpur and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.