Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
When it comes to working out where to land in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the chief entry points.
A direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai takes an average of 7 hours 10 minutes. The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, making it 4 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 31 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai is with Emirates at 19:20. Go for the first KUL to DXB departure with Emirates at 01:45 if you're more of an early bird.
To ensure you catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a passport from Malaysia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Set off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) on a nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai. From KUL, you can fly straight to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai jetting out of KUL.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour and 3 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Break up your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Dubai are:
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
SZB is around 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take 27 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai, take it easy in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
It takes roughly 49 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is located around 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 45 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some cosy stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near DWC. Unwind after your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai
Right now, $289 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai. The cheapest price for a return flight is $561. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai, while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before you book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dubai, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Dubai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Desert safari tourism.
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