Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is 8 hours ahead of Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located. Kuala Lumpur operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from MAN to Kuala Lumpur, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from MAN to Kuala Lumpur, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You won't need a visa for Malaysia if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your flight tickets from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Manchester, MAN can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kuala Lumpur
ج.م. 14,342 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 29,101. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MAN to Kuala Lumpur. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
It'll take around 4 hours and 29 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
The centre of Kuala Lumpur is located around 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). As soon as your flight from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 27 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near SZB. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from MAN to Kuala Lumpur at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Kuala Lumpur in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MAN to Kuala Lumpur in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower Mini Zoo are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at KLCC Park.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Manchester Airport to Kuala Lumpur to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find everything you need to know about car rentals in Kuala Lumpur, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
