Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is 12 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to IAD.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to IAD departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to IAD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Book a hotel near IAD if you're catching a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport. Pick one of these options and end the night sooner:
Pick up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The centre of Washington DC is around 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport is P35,398. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P57,679. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to IAD, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Visit Washington DC in February for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to IAD plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Washington Dulles International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Washington DC when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Smithsonian followed by Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 225 kilometres north-east to Philadelphia to check off its top sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.