Travelling from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is two hours behind Townsville and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your TSV to KUL flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
At the moment, $444 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Townsville Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $826. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from TSV to KUL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Townsville Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Townsville Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)
71.52% of flights departing from Townsville Airport land at their destination on time.
Townsville Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Townsville. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near TSV? If you're catching an early flight from Townsville Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel near KUL if you're catching a late Townsville Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Townsville Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kuala Lumpur in February.
Book your flight from Townsville Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from TSV to KUL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Your trip through Malaysia wouldn't be complete without visiting Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is a highlight in this destination, which is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.
