Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Toronto: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is 12 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your KUL to Toronto flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from KUL to Toronto with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
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Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Traveling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KUL:
Of the departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Toronto
The best price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto flight is AED 1,900. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 3,823. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from KUL to Toronto. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across every month and land a fantastic deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KUL to Toronto by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometers. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from KUL to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometers from central Toronto. Following your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Following your KUL to Toronto flight, unwind at a hotel near YTZ. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, National and Avis.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will help you save.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Hop off your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto and head straight for your hotel or jump right into exploring. The center of Toronto is around 105 kilometers from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you around 4 hours 5 minutes when traveling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the center, find a hotel near YKF. Settle in at one of these options after your KUL to Toronto flight:
Start your journey without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted companies here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so secure your ride from YKF well ahead of your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Toronto
Visit Toronto in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from KUL to Toronto around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top sights which should be on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometers away to the north-east, popular attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometers north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.