Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is six hours ahead of Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your HEL to Kuala Lumpur 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 travel rule.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from HEL to Kuala Lumpur. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Helsinki to HEL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near HEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
84% of flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from HEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kuala Lumpur
The best price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight is $489. The cheapest price for a return flight is $982. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from HEL to Kuala Lumpur if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from HEL to Kuala Lumpur.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the centre of Kuala Lumpur takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel close to KUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from HEL to Kuala Lumpur.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Central Kuala Lumpur is about 19 kilometres from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Once your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SZB. Kick back and get cosy after your HEL to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SZB will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur. To avoid the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in December.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Sky Terrace KL Tower, Petronas Twin Towers and Warisan Merdeka Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
Johor Bahru is another favourite destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur. No journey is complete without experiencing Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.
