Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport (NRT). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Jump on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 7 minutes.
Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur. Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Narita International Airport (NRT), with 43 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUL to NRT is the 00:10 BatikAir Malaysia service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:35 with Malaysia Airlines.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to NRT won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Get to your destination in one go from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport (NRT) are available from here.
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport departing from KUL. Book your seat with one of these:
We make it simple to find a flight from Kuala Lumpur to NRT with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KUL and NRT include:
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The distance from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL is about 64 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Prefer to leave from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)? You can reserve a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport (NRT) from this popular hub.
When departing from SZB, you can pick from a range of airlines that have direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to NRT. Cruise through the sky with these preferred carriers:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport, check out these options when departing from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can reach SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in approximately 27 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to NRT:
About Narita International Airport (NRT)
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 Narita International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
Narita International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport (NRT)
$224 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport. Return flights start from $403. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to NRT.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport (NRT)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to NRT for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Narita International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
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