Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is Kuala Lumpur's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) leaving from here.
The average duration of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
The timezone in Hat Yai (Songkhla) is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kuala Lumpur. Hat Yai International Airport is located in Hat Yai (Songkhla).
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Thai AirAsia at 6:20pm. Choose the first KUL to HDY departure operated by Batik Air Malaysia at 11:35am if you'd rather get a move on.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to HDY.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
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 Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) leave from this terminal.
Thai AirAsia is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport departing from KUL.
Thai AirAsia is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from KUL to HDY.
Among carriers on this route, Thai AirAsia has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kms (35 miles) in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% of flights complete their journey on time.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Kuala Lumpur to HDY flight? Kick back in a hotel near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 72%.
About Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near HDY and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport flight.
Getting from Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) to central Hat Yai (Songkhla)
Central Hat Yai (Songkhla) is around 10 kms (6 miles) from Hat Yai International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
Currently, £42 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £93. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to HDY if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
January is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY), while November is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Hat Yai (Songkhla) based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Hat Yai (Songkhla) is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 36ºC. Book your Kuala Lumpur to HDY plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport in February when temperatures are between 20ºC and 32ºC.
More about Hat Yai (Songkhla)
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hat Yai (Songkhla):
Your visit to Hat Yai (Songkhla) isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Street Art Hatyai, Ton Ya Plong Waterfall and Wat Ban Rai.
Explore more of Thailand
You've ticked off Hat Yai (Songkhla), now it's time to explore more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 274 kms (170 miles) northwest, Surat Thani is a must-see city that features sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 177 kms (110 miles) north of Hat Yai (Songkhla). No journey is complete without experiencing Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.