Travelling from Utapao Airport (UTP) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur one hour ahead of Rayong.
Flights from UTP to KUL start from 12:35 — the first with AirAsia. The last service of the day is at 12:35 with AirAsia. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your UTP to KUL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
AirAsia has direct flights from Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kuala Lumpur — and maybe even more of Malaysia if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with AirAsia on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for UTP to KUL flights is AirAsia.
How to find the cheapest flights from Utapao Airport (UTP) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is £95. A return fare right now is £203. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from UTP to KUL, reserve your trip eight months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Utapao Airport (UTP)
When it comes to Utapao Airport's on-time performance, 77.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Utapao Airport from central Rayong, it'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near UTP:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KUL if you're taking a late Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 40 miles away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Utapao Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from UTP to KUL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be explored. Around 210 miles north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Time for another stop? Head for Kampung Baru Subang. It's located about 11 miles west of Kuala Lumpur and boasts highlights like Simflightkl.
