Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours.
Adelaide's timezone is UTC+10:30, making Adelaide two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kuala Lumpur.
Each week, there are seven Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 22:20 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:25 with Malaysia Airlines.
Your KUL to ADL flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Adelaide (and then exploring more of Australia!) is a snap with Malaysia Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport.
Malaysia Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for KUL to ADL flights is Malaysia Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between KUL and ADL:
Changi International Airport
Perth Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport flight is 133 €. A return plane ticket right now is 317 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KUL to ADL.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from KUL to ADL.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 4 hours 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to KUL? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)
If you're arriving on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ADL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Adelaide Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire or East Coast and explore beyond Adelaide's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Adelaide Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide
Adelaide Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Adelaide. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Adelaide based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Adelaide is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Adelaide Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to ADL in August. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Mildura is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Adelaide. Around 338 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Mildura Riverfront, Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World.
Mount Gambier is another essential stop in Australia and is around 370 kilometres south-east of Adelaide. No trip is complete without a visit to The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake.
