Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport (KBV): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport (KBV). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the two main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport flight.
The timezone in Krabi is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kuala Lumpur. Krabi Airport is located in Krabi.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Krabi Airport (KBV) is the most popular route. There are 25 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with AirAsia at 5:05pm. Choose the first KUL to KBV departure operated by AirAsia at 10:20am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KBV.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport (KBV) out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
When leaving from KUL, you can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport with AirAsia.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between KUL and KBV is AirAsia.
Among carriers operating on this route, AirAsia leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to KBV flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.
About Krabi Airport (KBV)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near KBV instead:
Pick up a Krabi Airport rental car and discover Krabi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drive Car Hire, Hertz and Thai Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport (KBV)
Right now, ₹ 2,597 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 5,228. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KBV by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport (KBV)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Krabi. August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport (KBV), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to KBV flight ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Krabi to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
January has temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Krabi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Krabi right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Krabi Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Krabi when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Railay Beach Viewpoint followed by Railay West Beach and Railay Rock Climbing.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Krabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Masjid Jamek, Wat Tha Sai and Wat Nikon Prasart.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Thailand, head for Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 113 kilometres east of Krabi. Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol are key highlights.
