Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) – Lijiang International Flights

Overview of Flight Options

Currently, there are no direct flights from Kuala Lumpur (Kuala Lumpur, KUL) to Lijiang (Lijiang, LJG). Travelers must opt for connecting flights.

Connecting Flights

Via Kunming

  • Airlines: China Eastern Airlines (中国东方航空), China Southern Airlines (中国南方航空)
  • Flight Duration: Approximately 9 hours.
  • Price: One-way tickets start from USD 114.
  • Route: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (吉隆坡国际机场, KUL) → Kunming Changshui International Airport (昆明长水国际机场, KMG) → Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (丽江三义国际机场, LJG).

Via Guangzhou

  • Airlines: China Southern Airlines (中国南方航空).
  • Flight Duration: Approximately 10 hours.
  • Price: One-way tickets start from USD 132.
  • Route: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) → Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (广州白云国际机场, CAN) → Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG).

Booking Recommendations

  • Booking Channels: It is recommended to book through platforms such as Skyscanner, Expedia, or Trip.com to compare prices and find the best deals.
  • Price Tips: According to Skyscanner, one-way flights can be found for as low as USD 121, while round-trip flights start from USD 222.
  • Best Booking Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays typically offer the lowest prices.

Additional Information

  • Airports: Departure from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (吉隆坡国际机场, KUL) and arrival at Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (丽江三义国际机场, LJG).
  • Distance: The total distance between the two airports is approximately 4,500 kilometers.
  • Flight Time: The shortest flight time, including layovers, is around 9 hours.

Visa Requirements

Malaysian citizens can enter China without a visa for stays of up to 15 days if traveling as part of a tour group approved by the Chinese government. For independent travel or longer stays, a visa is required.
We hope this information helps you plan your journey from Kuala Lumpur to Lijiang smoothly!