Flying from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 14 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Don Mueang International Airport is located in Bangkok. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok.
The busiest route is from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Take your pick of 249 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DMK to KUL is the 06:40 Thai AirAsia option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 21:35 with AirAsia.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from DMK to Kuala Lumpur. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Nonstop flights from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is where you'll arrive.
Leading airlines that have direct flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from DMK to Kuala Lumpur, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Krabi Airport (KBV)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You don't need a visa for Malaysia if you hold a passport from Thailand and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before organizing your flight tickets from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok, DMK can be reached in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to DMK:
How to find the cheapest flights from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Kuala Lumpur
C$68 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$143. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap tickets from DMK to Kuala Lumpur, reserve your trip 1 month before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is September. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 64 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to get to 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 Don Mueang International Airport 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 not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Central Kuala Lumpur is around 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). After your flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 27 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes.
After your flight from DMK to Kuala Lumpur, settle in at a hotel near SZB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the busiest month for flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. To avoid the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from DMK to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are leading attractions which should be on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
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