Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport (STN): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when organising your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport (STN).
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Stansted Airport is located in London.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to STN won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Whether you're hoping to visit a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to STN.
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, 58.65% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to STN flight, stay in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
About Stansted Airport (STN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near STN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Europcar and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport flight.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. It takes around 1 hour or so to get to the city by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport (STN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport is RM900. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,907. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to STN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport (STN)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to London. August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport (STN), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to STN plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Stansted Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in London when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 193 kilometres west of London. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are among the biggest draws.