Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of Mexico City.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MEX to KUL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a well-known stop between MEX and KUL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
$921 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,932. These fares may change based on demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEX to KUL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MEX touch down on schedule 80.91% of the time.
Benito Juarez International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MEX? If you're boarding an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Book a hotel close to KUL if you're on a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and chase adventure across Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 4 hours 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEX to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Any trip to Malaysia wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.