Travelling from Paris to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options for flying out of Paris from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
When planning your arrival in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the chief entry points.
Jump on a direct Paris to Kuala Lumpur flight and you'll be flying for an average of 12 hours 35 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kuala Lumpur seven hours ahead of Paris.
The most popular route for flights from Paris to Kuala Lumpur is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Take your pick of seven weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to KUL is the 11:25 Malaysia Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last available departure is at 11:25 with Malaysia Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Paris to Kuala Lumpur flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Kuala Lumpur
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can catch a direct flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur jetting off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Begin your journey at CDG and come in for landing at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Check out the deals with Malaysia Airlines. This carrier offers direct Paris to Kuala Lumpur plane tickets out of CDG.
We make it easy to find a Paris to Kuala Lumpur flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
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Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 23 kms (14 miles) from central Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
61.46% of flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Take some time to recharge during your Paris to Kuala Lumpur flight with a stopover. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a great option between Paris Orly Airport and Kuala Lumpur.
You can reach ORY from central Paris in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
From central Paris, BVA is around 72 kms (45 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make taking an early Paris to Kuala Lumpur flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations as expected. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 48 kms (30 miles). It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near KUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and discover more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Once you've disembarked your flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SZB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from SZB one week ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month for flights from Paris to Kuala Lumpur. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in February.
Book a Paris to Kuala Lumpur ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Kuala Lumpur, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, Merdeka Square and Central Market Cultural Performances are popular attractions which should feature on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 210 miles to the north, its top attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Your trip through Malaysia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 11 miles west of Kuala Lumpur.