Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is 7 hours ahead of Cologne, where Cologne Bonn Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from CGN to Kuala Lumpur. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from CGN to Kuala Lumpur. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you have a passport from Germany and are travelling to Malaysia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
CGN is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near CGN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Kuala Lumpur
$486 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,108. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from CGN to Kuala Lumpur. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 64 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour and 3 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near KUL if you have a late flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Central Kuala Lumpur is about 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). As soon as your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 27 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SZB. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from CGN to Kuala Lumpur at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur in February when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap flights from CGN to Kuala Lumpur sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After booking your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower Mini Zoo are just two of the big attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at KLCC Park.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Kuala Lumpur and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kuala Lumpur.