Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Kuala Lumpur's main airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) leaving from either of these bases.
1 hour is the average duration of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport.
Kuala Lumpur and Kuala Terengganu (where Sultan Mahmud Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to TGG won't wait if you're running 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 flying internationally.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
You can travel on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport with AirAsia. This top airline operates services from KUL.
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Want other options for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)? Check out the fares flying out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
From SZB, direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to TGG can be booked with AirAsia.
You can get to SZB from central 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.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to TGG:
About Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near TGG:
Getting from Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to central Kuala Terengganu
From Sultan Mahmud Airport, Kuala Terengganu is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport is ر.ق. 21. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 40. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to TGG if you book 8 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are generally at their lowest.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Kuala Terengganu in February when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to TGG, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kuala Terengganu, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Travel in February for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport.
More about Kuala Terengganu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kuala Terengganu right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Mahmud Airport:
Crystal Mosque and Chinatown are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Kuala Terengganu must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Chinatown Kuala terengganu.
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