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Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$66
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time49 mins
Most popular airlineMalaysia Airlines
Average flights per week75

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan is C$66. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
49 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan.
Malaysia Airlines, Firefly and Philippine Airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan.
There are 80 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kuantan Airport on Friday, July 25, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kuantan but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kuantan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kuantan is Malaysia Airlines.

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA): What you need to know

  • Kick off your journey at one of Kuala Lumpur's main airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) jetting off from either of these.

  • 50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport flight.

  • Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is located in Kuantan. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Kuala Lumpur.

  • With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) is the most popular route. Malaysia Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:15am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from KUL to KUA is with Malaysia Airlines at 9:30pm.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KUA. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) operate out of this terminal.

  • Malaysia Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport leaving from KUL.

  • Malaysia Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from KUL to KUA.

  • Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.

  • KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of the departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • SZB is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to KUA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:

  • Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

About Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near KUA:

Getting from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to central Kuantan

  • Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to central Kuantan is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)

  • C$30 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport. A return flight starts from C$66. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • To snag cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KUA, book your flight ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to KUA.

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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Kuantan. September is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.

  • Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to KUA flight ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuantan to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

More about Kuantan

  • Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuantan:

  • You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Kuantan when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Teluk Cempedak Beach followed by Masjid Sultan Ahmad Shah and Teluk Cempedak.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kuantan. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Masjid Al Karomah.

  • Around 177 kilometres south-west of Kuantan, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.

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