Travelling from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur jetting off from here.
Arrive in Kuala Lumpur at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You won't need a visa for Malaysia if you hold a passport from Romania and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before organizing your cheap flights from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
OTP is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
Arriving 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 around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
It typically takes 4 hours and 29 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to KUL if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Central Kuala Lumpur is around 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). As soon as your flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 27 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SZB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur
Currently, C$385 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$795. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap flights from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flights from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur every day.
Play around with filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month for a trip to Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before you book a flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuala Lumpur right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bucharest to Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are top sights which should be on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
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