Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
The timezone in Doha is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Each week, there are 39 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport flights. To get going early, pick the 02:25 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:00 with Malaysia Airlines.
Your KUL to DOH flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Malaysia Airlines offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Doha — and maybe even more of Qatar if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Malaysia Airlines on this route.
Qatar Airways leads the way as the most punctual carrier for KUL to DOH flights, with 86.69% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KUL and DOH include:
Muscat International Airport
Dubai Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight is £168. A round-trip ticket is currently £302. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from KUL to DOH by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Finding cheap flights from KUL to DOH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights that leave from Kuala Lumpur International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is about 40 miles from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 4 hours 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near KUL:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you're getting in on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DOH:
Grab a Hamad International Airport rental car and explore Doha and beyond with your own set of wheels. SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Hamad International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
From Hamad International Airport, Doha is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Doha in April.
Before locking in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Hamad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Doha, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KUL to DOH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Qatar
Ar Rayyan is just one of the many places in Qatar waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Doha. Around 7 miles away to the west, popular attractions include Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
Around 12 miles north-west of Doha, Umm Şalāl Muḩammad is another essential stop in Qatar. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣).