Traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX).
Sanya (where Sanya Phoenix International Airport is located) and Kuala Lumpur share the UTC+8 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Kuala Lumpur to SYX. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from Kuala Lumpur to SYX departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Nanning Airport (NNG)
From the center of Kuala Lumpur, KUL is around 64 kilometers away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and SYX:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
SZB is about 24 kilometers from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 27 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to SYX? Relax in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your vacation officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
Consider booking a hotel close to SYX if you're taking a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) to central Sanya
From Sanya Phoenix International Airport, Sanya is approximately 14 kilometers away. It takes around 34 minutes to get to the center driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport from $133 or travel return from just $237. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to SYX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Sanya. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to SYX, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Sanya, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sanya
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sanya right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sanya Phoenix International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park, Sanya Romance Park and 欣泽酒店观景台 are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sanya itinerary.
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