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Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

WMKK
606
Flights/Day
16:06
Local Time
Kuala Lumpur
Timezone
69ft
Elevation
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Current Conditions
WMKK
IFR
33°C
Few Clouds • 6kt • 1mi • 1009.00"
Observed: 07:00 UTC
IFR — Instrument Flight Rules: Low ceiling or visibility, delays likely.
Cloud Forecast
12k 8k 4k 0
08:00
CLR
Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %
TAF valid until 14:00 local time
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Kuala Lumpur experiences tropical thunderstorms year-round, intensifying during monsoon (October-March). Storms are brief but can be intense.

Is Kuala Lumpur Airport turbulent?

Kuala Lumpur sits in the tropics where daily thunderstorms are a fact of life. The monsoon climate produces intense but short-lived storms almost every afternoon, especially during the wetter months from October through March. Convective turbulence from these storms can be moderate to severe near developing cells, though pilots typically navigate around the most active areas.

  • November is the wettest month with over 10 inches of rain
  • Daily afternoon thunderstorms are common year-round
  • Storms are intense but typically short-lived
How does monsoon season affect KUL flights?

The northeast monsoon (November-March) brings the heaviest rainfall and most frequent thunderstorms. Flights may be delayed while storm cells pass over the airport, but total closures are rare. The inter-monsoon periods (April-May and September-October) can bring particularly intense storms. Airlines are experienced at operating in these conditions.

When is the best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur?

June through August is the driest period with fewer thunderstorms, though some still occur. Early morning flights year-round avoid peak afternoon storm activity. If flying during monsoon season, expect possible 30-60 minute delays while active cells pass. The tropical climate means no season is completely storm-free.

Is turbulence at Kuala Lumpur dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Kuala Lumpur?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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+2 codeshares MH AK
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MH MH723
16:10
Local
KUL SIN
MH MH605 +1
16:10
Local
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AK AK6218
16:15
Local
KUL TAO
QW QW908
16:15
Local
KUL PEN
AK AK9134
16:20
Local
KUL KHN
RY RY6608
16:25
Local
KUL TWU
AK AK5754 +2
airbus a320-216
16:25
Local
KUL SBW
MH MH2718
16:30
Local
KUL KTI
MH MH762
16:30
Local
KUL BKI
AK AK5112
16:30
Local
KUL LHW
AK AK148
16:35
Local
KUL CAN
AK AK116 +1
16:40
Local
KUL CGO
ID ID692 +1
boeing 737 max 8
16:40
Local
KUL KCH
AK AK5212 +1
16:40
Local
KUL LGK
AK AK6310 +1
airbus a321-251nx
16:40
Local
KUL MYY
AK AK5646
16:40
Local
KUL KBR
AK AK6432 +2
16:45
Local
KUL TGG
MH MH1336
16:45
Local
KUL SIN
AK AK717 +1
16:50
Local
KUL BTJ
AK AK421
16:50
Local
KUL JED
MH MH8264
16:50
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KUL MED
MH MH158
airbus a330-323
16:50
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KUL MFM
NX NX921
airbus a321-271nx
16:55
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KUL CGK
OD OD392 +2
17:00
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KUL KHI
ID ID135 +1
boeing 737 max 8
17:00
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KUL DMK
AK AK892
17:00
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KUL HKT
MH MH790
17:00
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KUL TAS
OD OD751 +2
17:15
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KUL LBU
TH TH1984
17:15
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KUL SZX
CZ CZ8098
17:15
Local
KUL CAN
CZ CZ8348 +1
17:15
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KUL CEB
AK AK7115 +1
airbus a320-216
17:15
Local
KUL PDG
IU187
airbus a320-232
17:20
Local
KUL TPE
JX726
17:20
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KUL BTU
AK AK5242 +1
17:25
Local
KUL KNO
AK AK393
17:25
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KUL MNL
MH MH804
17:30
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KUL BKI
AK AK5142
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17:30
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KUL SBW
AK AK5868
17:30
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KUL HGH
D7306
17:30
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KUL PEN
AK AK6130 +1
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KUL MYY
MH MH2584
17:35
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KUL SGN
MH MH766
17:35
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KUL JED
SV SV835
17:35
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KUL AOR
AK AK6014
17:35
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KUL CSX
D7 D7352
airbus a330-343
17:35
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KUL LHE
ID ID131 +1
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17:35
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KUL KWE
OD OD608
17:40
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KUL SUB
AK AK325
airbus a320-216
17:40
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17:40
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KUL HKG
CX CX724
17:45
Local
KUL TGG
AK AK6220
17:45
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KUL FOC
MF MF898
17:45
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KUL BKK
MH MH780
17:50
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KUL DPS
OD OD171 +1
17:50
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KUL JHB
FY FY2892 +2
17:50
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KUL HKT
OD OD542
17:50
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KUL CGK
MH MH725
17:55
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KUL KCH
AK AK5220 +1
18:00
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OD OD678
18:00
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KUL MNL
AK AK584
18:00
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KUL CAN
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18:00
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KUL DMK
AK AK888
airbus a320-216
18:00
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KUL KBR
AK AK6438
18:00
Local
KUL TFU
D7 D7326
airbus a330-343
18:00
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KUL LGK
OD OD2210 +2
18:05
Local
KUL TWU
AK AK5751
18:05
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KUL DEL
ID ID205 +1
boeing 737-8u3
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