Flying from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is 4 hours 51 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Taipei (the location of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport).
With 375 weekly flights between the two airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the busiest route. AirAsia X operates the earliest flight at 01:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from TPE to KUL is with BatikAir Malaysia at 21:20.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from TPE to Kuala Lumpur.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur that touches down at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Multiple airlines offer direct flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. The most well-known include:
You won't need a visa for Malaysia if you hold a passport from Taiwan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your flight tickets from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
TPE is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 42 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to TPE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Kuala Lumpur
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is ر.ق. 186. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 390. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from TPE to Kuala Lumpur, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Book one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Once your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 27 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from TPE to Kuala Lumpur:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month for a trip to Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from TPE to Kuala Lumpur in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Kuala Lumpur.
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