Travelling from Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kuala Terengganu (the location of Sultan Mahmud Airport).
Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is the most popular route. When booking your flight, you can choose from 127 services each week between TGG and SZB.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from TGG to Kuala Lumpur. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a nonstop flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Start your trip at TGG and arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
You'll find a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur, such as:
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within Malaysia. You will need a valid form of identification however, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing checklist once you've booked your flight tickets from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Terengganu, TGG can be reached in about 18 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 37 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near TGG? If you're catching an early flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to Kuala Lumpur
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur is ج.م. 448. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 897. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from TGG to Kuala Lumpur, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the centre of Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
As soon as your flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 27 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near SZB. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from TGG to Kuala Lumpur at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to travel to Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur for March to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap flights from TGG to Kuala Lumpur sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After locking in your flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about where to rest your head 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 travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to KLCC Park.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
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