Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is eight hours ahead of Edinburgh and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your EDI to KUL flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between EDI and KUL include:
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is RM1,282. A return plane ticket is currently RM2,671. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from EDI to KUL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EDI to KUL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Reserve a hotel near KUL if you're catching a late Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to KUL in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Next up? Set off for Kampung Baru Subang. It's around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur and boasts highlights like Simflightkl.