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Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

WMKK
606
Flights/Day
06:24
Local Time
Kuala Lumpur
Timezone
69ft
Elevation
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Current Conditions
WMKK
IFR
26°C
Few Clouds • Calm • 2mi • 1010.00"
Observed: 22:00 UTC
IFR — Instrument Flight Rules: Low ceiling or visibility, delays likely.
Cloud Forecast
12k 8k 4k 0
02:00
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 08:00 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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Local
KUL SBW
AK AK5876
06:25
Local
KUL JED
MH MH8184
06:25
Local
KUL BWN
MH MH6116
06:30
Local
KUL BGW
IA IA456
06:30
Local
KUL KBR
FY FY2720
06:30
Local
KUL MYY
AK AK5651
06:40
Local
KUL PEN
AK AK6124
06:40
Local
KUL AOR
MH MH1204
06:40
Local
KUL DOH
MH MH6124
06:45
Local
KUL KCH
MH MH6106 +1
06:45
Local
KUL CGK
ID ID380 +1
06:50
Local
KUL DEL
AI AI2385
06:50
Local
KUL NNG
3U9054
06:50
Local
KUL BKI
FY FY2530 +1
07:00
Local
KUL DMK
ID ID520
07:00
Local
KUL UPG
AK AK330
airbus a320-216
07:05
Local
KUL DPS
OD OD308
07:05
Local
KUL PVG
FM FM864
07:05
Local
KUL SGN
AK AK520
07:10
Local
KUL VTE
AK AK552
07:10
Local
KUL MEL
MH MH6211
07:15
Local
KUL KBR
AK AK6430
07:15
Local
KUL NRT
NH NH816
07:15
Local
KUL JHB
AK AK6048
07:15
Local
KUL BDJ
AK AK442
07:15
Local
KUL KWL
AK AK156
airbus a320-251n
07:15
Local
KUL TGG
AK AK6224
07:15
Local
KUL TWU
MH MH2660
07:15
Local
KUL AOR
AK AK6020
07:20
Local
KUL KCH
MH MH2542
07:20
Local
KUL PKU
AK AK433
07:20
Local
KUL CGK
MH MH713
07:20
Local
KUL TPE
ID ID882
boeing 737 max 8
07:20
Local
KUL HAN
TK TK6042
07:20
Local
KUL SYD
MH MH6205
07:20
Local
KUL YIA
MH MH857
boeing 737-8h6
07:20
Local
KUL SIN
AK AK703
07:20
Local
KUL PDG
AK AK403
07:25
Local
KUL SUB
MH MH871
07:30
Local
KUL BKI
ID ID1002
07:30
Local
KUL KIX
D7 D7530
airbus a330-343
07:35
Local
KUL BTJ
AK AK423
07:35
Local
KUL CEB
Z27113 +1
07:35
Local
KUL HKT
AK AK818
07:35
Local
KUL KTI
AK AK8566
07:40
Local
KUL HGH
D7 D7302
airbus a330-343
07:45
Local
KUL PEN
AK AK6114
07:45
Local
KUL DPS
AK AK370
07:55
Local
KUL PVG
MH MH6162
07:55
Local
KUL JHB
MH MH1037
08:00
Local
KUL TWU
AK AK5742
08:00
Local
KUL XMN
MF MF824
08:00
Local
KUL KBR
ID ID2302 +1
08:00
Local
KUL PEN
OD OD2102 +3
08:00
Local
KUL JHB
OD OD7403 +3
08:00
Local
KUL PKU
MH MH841
08:01
Local
KUL KCH
AK AK5206 +1
airbus a320-216
08:05
Local
KUL CAN
CZ CZ366
08:05
Local
KUL BKI
MH MH2612 +1
08:05
Local
KUL JED
MH MH8156
08:05
Local
KUL BTH
AK AK472
08:05
Local
KUL LBU
MH MH2608
08:10
Local
KUL KHH
AK AK170
08:10
Local
KUL HAK
FY FY3970 +1
08:10
Local
KUL DMK
AK AK880
08:10
Local
KUL HKG
CX CX730 +1
08:10
Local
KUL MNL
MH MH806 +1
08:15
Local
KUL CGK
TH TH1021 +1
08:15
Local
KUL TGG
MH MH1326
08:15
Local
KUL SIN
OD OD801 +2
08:20
Local
KUL BTU
MH MH2742
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