Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 15 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is five hours ahead of Jeddah, where King Abdulaziz International Airport is located.
With 23 flights a week between the two airports, King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. Malaysia Airlines operates the earliest flight at 01:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from JED to KUL is with Batik Air Malaysia at 23:50.
Give yourself enough time to catch your JED to Kuala Lumpur flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket. Begin your trip at JED and arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
You can choose from various airlines that offer direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, including:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from JED to Kuala Lumpur, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
To get to JED from central Jeddah, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to JED:
King Abdulaziz International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.7% of flights that take off from JED reach their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Kuala Lumpur
ج.م. 8,763 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ج.م. 20,607. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from JED to Kuala Lumpur.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 64 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from JED to Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is roughly 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. After your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your JED to Kuala Lumpur flight, unwind at a hotel near SZB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran make picking up a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SZB one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from JED to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Merdeka Square, Petronas Twin Towers and Central Market Cultural Performances are must-do's during your Kuala Lumpur adventure.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Malaysia, head for Johor Bahru, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur. Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay are key highlights.
