Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
6 hours 59 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 4 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is the most popular route. There are 20 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Etihad Airways at 21:35. Opt for the first KUL to AUH departure operated by Etihad Airways at 09:25 if you want to get going earlier.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AUH.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Fly without interruptions from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) can be booked from here.
If you want to leave from KUL, you can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport with Etihad Airways.
We make it simple to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to AUH that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KUL and AUH include:
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
From central Kuala Lumpur, KUL is approximately 64 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
Etihad Airways has direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to AUH out of SZB. Book your preferred seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
SZB is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 27 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AUH? Relax in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
For a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport, $236 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $510. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to AUH when you book 9 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route tend to be at their lowest.
The cheapest month for tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Abu Dhabi, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
When booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to AUH, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC to 43ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Abu Dhabi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Abu Dhabi right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are attractions you won't want to skip in Abu Dhabi.
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