Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Kuala Lumpur. Explore your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when planning your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS).
Marseille Provence Airport is located in Marseille. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to MRS won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to MRS leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
58.65% of flights that depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on time.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can reach SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to MRS flight:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 67.97%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MRS instead:
Pick up a Marseille Provence Airport rental car and discover Marseille and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Goldcar and Free2move are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport is $369. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $776. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to MRS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS). July is when most people travel to Marseille. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
The warmest month in Marseille is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to MRS plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Marseille
Start your Marseille trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Marseille Provence Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Marseille when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Les Calanques followed by Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Explore more of France
Marseille will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of France you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres north of Marseille, a visit to Lyon will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
If there's time to check out another major stop in France, head for Nice, about 161 kilometres east of Marseille. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are key reasons to visit.
