Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA): what you need to know
Kuantan is eight hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Your LHR to KUA flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport. Many travellers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
ر.ق. 1,912 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 3,754. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LHR to KUA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to KUA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LHR:
Arriving at Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
Consider staying in a hotel near KUA if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Merge Car Hire or Hawk to explore Kuantan and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport several weeks in advance. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to central Kuantan
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport to central Kuantan has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport is April, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Kuantan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kuantan, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to KUA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done Kuantan, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Travel about 290 kilometres north-west to Kota Bharu to check off its leading attractions. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 193 kilometres west of Kuantan, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
