Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport (SIN): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport (SIN) flying out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport.
Kuala Lumpur and Singapore (where Changi International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
The most popular route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Changi International Airport (SIN), with 1,884 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUL to SIN is the 00:25 Scoot service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:25 with Scoot.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to SIN won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport (SIN) take off from this terminal.
These are some of the most well-known airlines operating direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport jetting out of KUL:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Kuala Lumpur to SIN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
From central Kuala Lumpur, KUL is approximately 64 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Looking to fly out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)? You can reserve a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport (SIN) departing from this hub.
There are plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to SIN. Compare your options below to see which carrier works best with your holiday plans leaving from SZB:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport, browse these options when taking off from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Penang International Airport (PEN)
Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
You can arrive at SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 27 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to SIN? Kick back in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Changi International Airport (SIN)
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SIN:
Getting from Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore
From Changi International Airport, Singapore is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport (SIN)
For a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport, ر.ق. 51 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from ر.ق. 181. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to SIN, book your trip 7 months ahead of the departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
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Customise your journey by applying filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport (SIN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Singapore in February when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Singapore. The warmest month is May. Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur to SIN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Singapore right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Changi International Airport:
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