Flying from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kuala Lumpur one hour 30 minutes ahead of Yangon.
Every week, there are 33 Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. To take off early, take the 06:50 Myanmar Airways International flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 19:50 with AirAsia.
Your RGN to KUL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Kuala Lumpur (and then other parts of Malaysia) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Myanmar Airways International on this route.
Malaysia Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for RGN to KUL flights, with 82.22% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between RGN and KUL:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
₹ 12,081 is the lowest price for a one-way Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 26,003. These prices can change depending on demand.
To get cheap tickets from RGN to KUL, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RGN to KUL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Yangon International Airport (RGN)
70.6% of flights that take off from Yangon International Airport reach their destination on time.
Yangon International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Yangon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to RGN:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel near KUL if you're catching a late Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
It'll take around 4 hours 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Yangon International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RGN to KUL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Journey around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its leading attractions. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Your travels through Malaysia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.
