Flying from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Seattle is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
When it comes to working out where to land in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the major hubs.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you have a passport from United States and want to travel to Malaysia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your length of stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 54 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Kuala Lumpur:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 11 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 23 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur:
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 64 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 4 hours and 29 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 24 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Once you've disembarked your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur, allow for a drive time of approximately 27 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
You'll find some cozy stays to park your luggage (and yourself) near SZB. Unwind after your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur
At the moment, C$578 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,055. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
February is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur, while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur, consider the type of weather you like best. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Kuala Lumpur, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see 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 attractions which should feature on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
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