Fly from Manchester to Kuala Lumpur with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Manchester to Kuala Lumpur and travel to the ultimate Malaysian megalopolis. When you fly with Etihad Airways, you can relax in style and enjoy a comfortable flight, with a stop in magnificent Abu Dhabi along the way.
In Kuala Lumpur you’ll discover an energetic city of soaring towers, stunning mega-malls, delicious street food and magnificent temples. Start your dream trip by booking with Etihad today.
MAN to KUL: flight facts
Flying from Manchester to Kuala Lumpur: FAQs
How long should I spend in Kuala Lumpur?
Stay in Kuala Lumpur for a week or longer and you’ll have time to see the major sights in the city, the opportunity to expand your travels further afield.
Take a couple of day trips and head to the cultural hub of Penang or enjoy the sandy beaches of Langkawi.
What food is Kuala Lumpur known for?
Kuala Lumpur is a hotbed of diverse Asian cuisine, with restaurants and street food vendors aplenty.
Local dishes include nasi lemak (rice, coconut milk, chilli paste and anchovies), bak kut teh (stewed pork ribs) and hokkien mee (fried noodles). For dessert try cendol – an iced sweet dessert made with green rice flour jelly, coconut milk and palm sugar syrup.
Top tips for Manchester to Kuala Lumpur
Reach for the sky
While Manchester’s skyline is a contrast of old ornate architecture and new high-rises, Kuala Lumpur’s panorama is filled with some of the world’s tallest buildings – including the iconic Petronas Towers.
Even though it’s wondrous from the ground, taking a trip to the top offers amazing 360-degree views.
Discover Malaysian history
The city of Kuala Lumpur may be much younger than Manchester, at less than 200 years old, but it’s packed with vestiges of Malaysian heritage. To find out more about the country’s history, explore the past at the National Museum of Malaysia.
You can also enjoy an interactive and futuristic experience at Petrosains Discovery Centre, a museum that highlights Malaysia’s technological and scientific achievements.