Flying from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Taipei. Explore your options leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when organising your flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur.
When choosing where to land in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the major entry points.
The average length of a direct Taipei to Kuala Lumpur flight is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Taipei and Kuala Lumpur are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
With 34 weekly flights between the two airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur with AirAsia X at 00:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from TPE to KUL is with AirAsia X at 23:55.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Taipei to Kuala Lumpur flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur
To snag cheap Taipei to Kuala Lumpur flights, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Depart from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) on a nonstop flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur. From TPE, you can fly directly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Direct Taipei to Kuala Lumpur plane tickets are offered by a variety of airlines at TPE. Choose one of these and take to the skies:
Located around 32 kilometres from central Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur? Relax in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Flights from Taipei Songshan Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 91% of them landing as expected.
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Taipei to Kuala Lumpur flight.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Central Kuala Lumpur is around 16 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). After your flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near SZB. Unwind after your Taipei to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SZB will help you save.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the busiest month for flights from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Taipei to Kuala Lumpur ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Taipei to Kuala Lumpur, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka Square are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres to the north, popular attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another favourite destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is located about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Be sure to visit highlights including Simflightkl.