Skylord Travel
All holiday destinations

Holiday destination

Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur is a modern Asian capital with the Petronas Twin Towers, colourful temples and excellent street food. Malaysia is easy to combine with neighbouring countries on a multi-centre tour. English is widely spoken, which makes getting around straightforward.

Region: Far East

Trip types on sale: Adventure.

Places

Best time to go

Kuala Lumpur is warm all year; December to February and June to August tend to be a little drier on the west coast.

Who it suits

Couples, food lovers, families and multi-centre travellers.

Getting there

Non-stop flights from London Heathrow to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) take about 13 hours.

Practical

  • Time: 8 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 7 hours ahead in summer.
  • Currency: Malaysian ringgit
  • Language: Malay; English is widely spoken.

Typical daytime highs

  • All year. Typical daytime highs around 31 to 33°C in all year.

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • Visit the Petronas Twin Towers
  • Explore the Batu Caves
  • Try street food on Jalan Alor
  • Walk in the KL Forest Eco Park
  • Visit Chinatown and Little India

Questions

How long is the flight to Kuala Lumpur?

About 13 hours non-stop from London.

Is Kuala Lumpur good for a stopover?

Yes, it is a popular break on the way to Australia or Bali.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.