Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when planning your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta.
Touch down at Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA), the primary gateway of Yogyakarta.
The average time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Yogyakarta is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kuala Lumpur.
The busiest route for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA). Choose from 16 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUL to YIA is the 08:45 Malaysia Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final scheduled service is at 17:40 with Malaysia Airlines.
To ensure you don't miss your Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta jetting off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Begin your journey at KUL and touch down at Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA).
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Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on schedule at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta? Unwind in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
67.97% of flights out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) to central Yogyakarta takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It usually takes 2 hours 10 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YIA instead:
Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG)
Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Yogyakarta. Following your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take around 55 minutes.
Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in an Adisutjipto International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis and drive off without missing a beat.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from JOG in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
Best time to go to Yogyakarta
June is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Yogyakarta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Yogyakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
August sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Yogyakarta
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Yogyakarta:
Taman Sari Water Castle and Museum Kristal dan Cinderamata Keraton Yogyakarta are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Yogyakarta itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Kota Gede.
Explore more of Indonesia
Surabaya is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Yogyakarta. Around 274 kilometres to the east, its top attractions include Yos Sudarso Monument, Garasi Ollaf and PT.Danoe.
Around 322 kilometres west of Yogyakarta, Bandung is another favourite stop in Indonesia. No visit is complete without checking out Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).