Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Approximately 7 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is four hours ahead of Dubai, where Dubai Airport is located.
With 24 weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 03:10. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from DXB to KUL is with Emirates at 21:35.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your DXB to Kuala Lumpur flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) will be where your journey ends.
Emirates is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from DXB to Kuala Lumpur, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
DXB is about 10 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near DXB. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
74.31% of flights departing from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur
ر.ق. 590 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,349. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from DXB to Kuala Lumpur by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DXB to Kuala Lumpur by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the centre of Kuala Lumpur takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 64 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Dubai 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 sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your flight from DXB to Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
The centre of Kuala Lumpur is located around 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). After your flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SZB. Unwind and get cosy after your DXB to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and be off and running.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at SZB can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Visit Kuala Lumpur in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuala Lumpur right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur:
Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are just two of the top attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Johor Bahru is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without dropping by Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.
