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Flight Information

Distance15117 km
Flight Duration18 hrs 54 min
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Popular AirlineSunExpress

Kuala Lumpur Airports

New York City Center to Airport Transport

There are several transport alternatives from New York city center to John F. Kennedy International Airport, including public buses, airport shuttles, subway and AirTrain connections, taxis, car rental, and private transfers.

Bus

Municipal buses can be used as part of a budget-friendly route to JFK, usually connecting with the AirTrain or subway. Average journey time is about 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic and transfers.

  • Q3 bus to JFK terminals from Jamaica
  • Q10 bus to Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station
  • B15 bus from Brooklyn to JFK area connections

Airport Shuttle

Shared airport shuttle services operate from central Manhattan hotels and transport hubs to JFK. They are useful for travelers with luggage, and average journey time is about 60-90 minutes.

  • Midtown Manhattan hotel pick-up points
  • Grand Central area shuttle stops
  • Port Authority Bus Terminal area pick-up points

Metro / Tram

There is no direct metro or tram to JFK, but the subway connects with the JFK AirTrain. Average journey time from central Manhattan is about 50-75 minutes.

  • E train to Sutphin Boulevard-Archer Avenue, then AirTrain from Jamaica Station
  • A train to Howard Beach-JFK Airport, then AirTrain to the terminals
  • LIRR from Penn Station or Grand Central to Jamaica, then AirTrain to JFK

Taxi

Yellow taxis are available 24/7 throughout New York City and offer direct transport to JFK. Average journey time from Manhattan is about 45-75 minutes, depending on traffic.

Car Rental

Car rental offices are available in central Manhattan and other city-center locations, with airport drop-off options at JFK. This can be convenient for travelers combining the airport trip with wider regional travel.

Transfer

Private airport transfers provide door-to-door service from hotels, apartments, or business addresses to JFK. Advance booking is recommended, especially for early flights, groups, or travelers with extra luggage.

Airport to Kuala Lumpur City Center Transport

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is connected to Kuala Lumpur city center by airport rail, public airport buses, taxis, car rental, and private transfers. Most travelers head first to KL Sentral, the city's main transport hub.

Bus

Public airport buses and coaches depart from KLIA terminals and are a budget-friendly way to reach central Kuala Lumpur. The average journey to KL Sentral or nearby city transport hubs is about 60 to 75 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • Airport Coach to KL Sentral
  • Skybus to KL Sentral
  • Aerobus to KL Sentral or other Klang Valley stops

Airport Shuttle

Regular airport shuttle-style coach services operate between KLIA and key Kuala Lumpur stops. Havas or Havabus do not operate at Kuala Lumpur International Airport; travelers should use local airport coach services instead. Average travel time is about 60 to 90 minutes.

  • KL Sentral
  • Terminal Bersepadu Selatan (TBS)
  • Selected hotel or city-area drop-off points, depending on operator

Metro / Tram / Airport Rail

There is no direct metro or tram from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur city center, but the dedicated KLIA Ekspres airport train connects the airport with KL Sentral in about 28 minutes from Terminal 1 and about 33 minutes from Terminal 2. KLIA Transit also serves the airport and reaches KL Sentral in about 35 to 39 minutes with intermediate stops.

  • KLIA Ekspres: non-stop service to KL Sentral
  • KLIA Transit: stops include Salak Tinggi, Putrajaya & Cyberjaya, and Bandar Tasik Selatan

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 from official airport taxi counters at KLIA. Travelers can choose fixed-fare coupon taxis or metered taxis, with an average journey time of about 45 to 60 minutes to Kuala Lumpur city center in normal traffic.

  • Coupon taxi for a fixed fare before departure
  • Metered taxi for fare based on distance and time
  • Larger vehicles available for families or extra luggage

Car Rental

Car rental companies have offices at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, making this a practical option for travelers planning to explore beyond the city center. Pickup is usually arranged at the terminal exit or nearby airport parking area, and the drive to central Kuala Lumpur typically takes about 45 to 60 minutes.

  • Airport rental desks inside the terminal
  • Terminal-exit or airport parking pickup
  • Useful for trips to Putrajaya, Malacca, Genting Highlands, or wider Malaysia

Transfer

A private airport transfer is the most convenient door-to-door option from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur city center, especially for late arrivals, families, business travelers, or passengers with heavy luggage. Advance booking is recommended, and the average transfer time is about 45 to 60 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Meet-and-greet service in the arrivals hall
  • Direct drop-off at hotels, apartments, or offices
  • Fixed price agreed before travel

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New York Average Temperature

Monday
32°C
Tuesday
27°C
Wednesday
18°C
Thursday
19°C
Friday
24°C
Saturday
28°C
Sunday
24°C

Kuala Lumpur Average Temperature

Monday
27°C
Tuesday
30°C
Wednesday
18°C
Thursday
22°C
Friday
23°C
Saturday
27°C
Sunday
25°C

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