Flying from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur. Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the two main airports in Belfast.
Hop off your plane in Kuala Lumpur at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
To ensure you get on your flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You won't need a visa for Malaysia if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before organizing your cheap flights from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Whether you're eager to visit another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it a cinch to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Belfast International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) is a stop you can make during your flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Consider adding a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a major stopover on a flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur leaving George Best Belfast City Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a short break to browse the airport stores.
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 12 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur? Relax in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 4 hours and 29 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is roughly 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. Following your flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur, expect a drive time of approximately 27 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur is C$541. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,114. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to travel to Kuala Lumpur. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Belfast to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast 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:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are must-do's during your Kuala Lumpur adventure.
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