Dallas to Kuala Lumpur Flights

  About Dallas

The first thing that comes to mind when you say Texas is cowboys! Dallas - Fort Worth is a town that you must visit at least for a weekend to experience every bit of the cowboy culture. But it is best to not go by the stereotypes. People in Dallas - Fort Worth are kind and welcoming, especially if you are new to the city. The city's nightlife scene and bar-hopping, which is a very common practice here, is what makes it far special. You will certainly wake up with a nasty hangover but with some great pictures on your phone, too, with new friends that you might have made at the bars. If you don't want to get all crazy, you can go for a sightseeing tour in the city, most of it does not require you to pay any sort of fees. Dallas also boasts of art museums and some of the largest shopping areas in the US. If you are visiting the city with your family, you can also visit the Fort Worth Zoo and Dallas World Aquarium. The city is also quite affordable and far cheaper as compared to New York. You will not get bored at all in the city, and it will be a holiday to remember.

Best Time to Visit Dallas

Summer is the high tourist season in Dallas - Fort Worth despite the scorching, unbearable heat. Make sure that you book your hotels in Dallas - Fort Worth well in advance. The flight tickets to Dallas - Fort Worth also get pretty expensive if not booked in advance. The city experiences summer from June to August and the temperature ranges from 21 to 35 degree Celsius. The days are long, and getting out of your hotel room can be quite the task. You can beat the heat by diving into the pool, but since this is high tourist season, you won't really have the pool to yourself. All your sightseeing plans might even end up in you, taking a long shower to beat the heat or hitting the bed because of exhaustion. Make sure you are well-hydrated and carry enough sunblock. You can attend Taste of Dallas, a food and drinks festival that takes place in June. There are a lot of restaurants and food trucks that are a part of the event. The organisers also have mixologists and wine experts on their panel. This will add the gastronomic charm to your vacation. You can also be a part of the Fourth of July celebrations in the city.

September to November is considered to be the best time to visit Dallas - Fort Worth. There are fewer tourists as compared to summer, and the weather is perfect. You will get decent flight deals to Dallas - Fort Worth online, and even the hotel prices drop. The temperature ranges from 8 to 31 degree Celsius. You can attend festivals like the Riverfront Jazz Festival, Dallas Pride, Texas State Fair (highly recommended) and Grapefest. December to February is winter in Dallas - Fort Worth, and it is not the most popular time to visit the city. The temperature ranges from 2 to 15 degree Celsius. It rarely snows in Dallas - Fort Worth, but you still might want to carry an extra layer of warm clothes with you.

The city experiences springtime from March to May. It usually rains a lot during spring in Dallas - Fort Worth, and it might put a damper in your plans to go sightseeing or any other outdoor activities you might have planned. But you can attend the Dallas International Film Festival in May along with the Mayfest.

Places to Visit in Dallas

Fort Worth Water Gardens is a popular tourist attraction in the city. It is located near the Convention Centre downtown. It has three pools, waterfalls and fountains. Checking out the gardens at night is a sight for sore eyes. Dallas Museum of Art is the place to go if you are an art lover. The museum is one of the most reputable and biggest places in Texas. You can catch rotating exhibitions here along with permanent art collections from all over the world. Fort Worth Stock Yards about an hour away from downtown Dallas and you will get to experience the authentic Texas cowboy lifestyle. You will also feel like you are in a movie set. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is also a popular tourist attraction and has a rich history. Dealey Plaza was where America's 35th president John F. Kennedy was assassinated. The place, later on, was converted into a museum and you will get to watch short films, hear testimonies and even see photographs that tell you more about everything that happened that day. The museum also reflects on the life of the late president.

The Cedar Ridge Preserve is the perfect place to experience wildlife and go on a hike, too. You can also go bird watching. Six Flags Over Texas is a popular theme park that is about 15 miles away from Dallas but worth it. There are a lot of theme-based rides like Daffy Duck Bucket Blasters and Bugs Bunny Boomtown. It has over 45 rides, including five water rides. You will also find a lot of restaurants here and have the time of your life. Texas Theatre in Oak Cliff is also a highly recommended place for you to go. This was where Lee Harvey Oswald, the man who assassinated the former president JFK decided to hide here before he got arrested. The theatre hosts film festivals, documentaries, old classic films and independent movies. You will also find a full-service bar here and enjoy a glass of beer or cocktail of your choice while you enjoy your film. Klyde Warren Park is a dog park but so much more. There are a lot of events and activities happening throughout the year. You can opt for yoga on a Sunday morning or Zumba on a Wednesday night. You will also find a lot of food trucks and ice cream trucks in the park here.

Things to do in Dallas

You can sign up for a sightseeing tour of Dallas - Fort Worth, or you can explore the city on your own. Dallas is a busy city, and you will find yourself attending an event whenever you visit. If you are a history buff, you must head to Sixth Floor Museum and Dealey Plaza along with Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. You can also visit aquariums and zoos if you are on holiday with your family. If there is a football game happening in the home of Dallas Cowboys, head to the AT&T Stadium. You can also hit the pubs here and get a taste of the nightlife scenes in the city. You will have a lot of restaurants that serve cuisines from all over the world in Dallas - Fort Worth.

Food and Restaurants in Dallas

You can't visit Texas and not try the steak here. Dallas - Fort Worth is also known for its red meat and Tex-Mex. Al Biernat's is a popular place for you to try the steak. It might be a tad bit expensive, but it is worth every penny spent if you are craving for authentic Mexican cuisine, head over to Revolver Taco Lounge. You can also sign up for a food tour to explore the best of Tex-Mex. Yutaka Sushi Bistro is a popular place to go to for Japanese cuisine and Boulevardier for French cuisine. Chilli and chicken-fried steak are a speciality in Dallas - Fort Worth. If you are a meat lover, you will refuse to leave the restaurants here. You will also come across quite a few food trucks in the locality if you want to grab a quick bite.

How to reach Dallas

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is the ninth busiest airport in the United States of America. The flight connectivity to Dallas - Fort Worth from India is excellent. There are quite a few flights to Dallas - Fort Worth from India. Air India, Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air Canada are some of the airlines that run quite frequently from India with layovers at Delhi, Tokyo, Doha and Montreal. If you book in advance, you might get cheap flight tickets to Dallas - Fort Worth. The airport is well-equipped with WiFi, lounges, restaurants, cafes, shopping areas and so on. It is also quite convenient to get a car rental or a taxi to take you to your hotel or go sightseeing. You will also find a lot of artwork at the airport. There are quite a few exhibitions held at the airport sometimes if you want to kill some time. Make sure you look for decent flight deals to Dallas - Fort Worth online that saves you a lot of money. The airport also offers a lot of sightseeing opportunities for passengers. You can watch planes land at Founders' Plaza, a favourite spot among tourists and airport employees.

  About Kuala Lumpur

When you think of Malaysia, only two names crop up, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Touted to be a fancy holiday destination, Kuala Lumpur is the capital of the lovely country of Malaysia. With dominating skylines and alluring sights, the city manages to attract tourists all-round the year. Christmas and New Year celebrations especially, in Kuala Lumpur, are legendary and certainly something you should indulge in. The streets are decked up, and purveyors and locales are full of life.

Best time to visit Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is located quite close to the equator, which results in the city being perpetually hot and wet. The city only witnesses summers and monsoons with very mild to non-existent winters. Out of the unfavourable weather though, the month's May to July are pleasant. It is relatively dry during these months, which helps enjoy the brisk sun and dry weather. The city looks very lively during these months as the sky is clearer and the sun rays can touch the streets. The hotel prices during this time are comparatively high as it is the peak season. You might have to deal with some exorbitant hotel rates in Kuala Lumpur. While there might be some options for cheap hotels in Kuala Lumpur, for that you might want to make prior bookings. It will enable you to save up on a lot of money and ensure that you get some great deals as well.

May through August also enables easier access to tourist attractions within the city. You can enjoy places like Sunway Lagoon Park and more without having to deal with excess sun's rays and wet weather. Of course, it is going to be hot most of the time with temperatures standing between 30 to 35 degree Celsius. However, the nights are pleasant, and the dry weather helps feel at ease. December through February is also considered to be a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur. The holiday spirit is strong with the city during these months. Not just the universally recognised holidays but you can also indulge in some of the Malaysian holidays and festivals like Chinese New Year and Thaipusam Festival.

Places to visit in Kuala Lumpur

A trip to Kuala Lumpur should always start with checking out the city's major highlight, the Petronas Twin Towers. The twin skyscrapers in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur were once the tallest buildings in the world before they were surpassed by Taipei 101. Batu Caves is another important landmark in Kuala Lumpur which is a series of caves made up of limestones with temples within them. The shrine is dedicated to the Hindu god, Lord Murugan and is one of the biggest and most popular Hindu temples. The celebrations of Thaipusam take place here annually. Another intriguing building in Kuala Lumpur is the Menara Kuala Lumpur, which is a communication centre that stands at the height of 421 meters. It is the seventh-tallest freestanding tower recognised worldwide. The Dataran Merdeka is also an exciting attraction in Kuala Lumpur. It is located bang opposite the Sultan Abdul Samad Building.

Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is quite an interesting place that would definitely marvel you. It is acknowledged as the largest covered bird park in the world. In fact, within the bird park, you can actually choose from the slew of bird watching sections that range from flamingos to parrots to hornbill. The park also houses the famous Indian blue peacocks, cockatoos, parakeets and eagles, to name a few. One of the city's cultural heritage is the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Even though the Moorish-style building holds no political or historical significance, it still manages to garner a lot of attention. The evenings here are exceptional as the building is decked up with lights and pizzazz. The National Mosque Of Malaysia is also a fine structure that would impress you. The architecture of the mosque is beautiful and depicts the Islam culture in its full glory. You should definitely go around the structure and soak in the brilliance of the religious infrastructure. It certainly is a beauty.

Things to do in Kuala Lumpur

For folks travelling from India, it would be silly to visit another locality that is inspired by the country. However, Kuala Lumpur's version of Little India will impress you. From bright decorations to Indian brands nestled in the area, the place would definitely get your attention. Similarly, you should also visit Chinatown in Kuala Lumpur to soak in all the dozens of restaurants and food joints that are heavily influenced by the Chinese. From Reggae Nar to indulging in some traditional laksa and curry noodles, this part of the city will amaze you and your stomach. Speaking of the stomach, Jalan Alor is a haven for foodies who wish to explore the street food culture of Kuala Lumpur. The place is practically lit with too many street food dishes set up by hawkers. They are cheap and too delicious. It is quite an experience worth exploring. Of course, there is room for shopping in Kuala Lumpur too as Berjaya Times Square is the spot with all kinds of entertainment.

Food and Restaurants in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur's Oversea Restaurant is undoubtedly the most famous and a favourite among food critics too. From its flavourful char siu to the perfectly-cooked ham yue fah lam poh, the restaurant brings a lovely melange of flavours in a quaint environment. You can find a paradisiacal Indian restaurant in Kuala Lumpur too as Bala's Banana Leaf is a delight. With a spacious establishment, the food is a little trip down the South of India in Malaysia. Much like how the traditional South Indian food is served on a banana leaf, the same idea is followed at Bala's where you are blessed with lip-smacking dishes such as curries from lentils, fish, crab and vegetables made from spinach, cucumber and yogurt. The seafood here is a major seller. Get yourself a lovely Malaysian breakfast spread at Kedai Makanan Nam Chun. It is the best and ultimate comfort food, as stated by many food critics. Kuala Lumpur also welcomes French cuisine's succulent dishes at Entier at Alila Bangsar.

The ride continues as more restaurants are introduced to satiate your food cravings in Kuala Lumpur. Excelling in the noodle business is Albert Lai's Yung Kee Beef Noodles. The establishment serves the best rice noodles in beef broth with brisket, tendon and other cuts of beef. It is comfortable and soothing to the soul. The city also has room for Japanese cuisine as Sushi Azabu has been installed here. You can find the delicious ramen, tempura, sushi, yakitori and more statement dishes from the Japanese kitchen. Not just Japanese but Kuala Lumpur also has Pizzeria Dihyang, an Italian retreat where you will find some exquisite traditional Italian food, including pizza made from a wood-burning oven. It is quite a perfect setting and something you will certainly enjoy.

How to reach Kuala Lumpur (Transportation)

Flight connectivity to Kuala Lumpur is quite convenient and regular. Malaysia is recognised worldwide as one of the best tourist destinations, owing to its wide beaches and lovely weather. With cities like Singapore and Kuala Lumpur nestled perfectly on the shores of the country, it is not surprising that Malaysia receives a lot of tourists from India. The fact that the demand is high enables many airlines to provide flights from India to Kuala Lumpur. Airlines such as Malindo Air, Malaysia Airlines, GoAir, IndiGo, Srilankan Airlines, SpiceJet, AirAsia, Singapore Airlines, Silkair, Thai Airways, Vistara, to name a few, have regular flights from India. You can also find direct and nonstop flights to Kuala Lumpur from Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, among a few cities. Malindo Air and Malaysia Airlines are two prominent airlines that have special direct flights reserved for Kuala Lumpur from India. The most popular route chosen for Kuala Lumpur is from Thailand or Singapore. In fact, Singapore and Colombo are some of the international routes that have amazing connectivity with Kuala Lumpur. Often a majority of tourists root for these city connections to reach Kuala Lumpur if they fail to snag the direct flight tickets.

The flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur are very cheap. In fact, you can round off your trip to and from Kuala Lumpur for less than INR 30,000. You wouldn't even need to make any special adjustments with respect to the connectivity of the flight or duration. These prices can be availed on direct nonstop flights to Kuala Lumpur. It only takes about five hours and thirty minutes to reach Kuala Lumpur from India. Plus, you will find some convenient time to catch the flight, so it doesn't mess with your travel schedule too. Make your flight bookings to Kuala Lumpur online to avail some of the benefits. While you are making flight bookings, you can also reserve your hotels in Kuala Lumpur to get some discounts or online deals. There are many provisions of combo deals available online. Depending on which season you pick for your trip to the city, you will be able to snag some amazing online flight deals and cheap hotel prices too, in Kuala Lumpur. It is best to make prior flight and hotel bookings in Kuala Lumpur as the city is quite expensive and you will need all the money to spend on the holiday.

  About Kuala Lumpur Airport

Kuala Lumpur International Airport serves as the main international airport in Malaysia and is also recognised as one of the biggest airports of Southeast Asia. The airport is situated in the Sepang district of Selangor. It is approximately 45 km away from the main city of Kuala Lumpur. It majorly serves the Greater Klang Valley metropolis. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is recognised as the largest and busiest airport in the country. Back in 1018, it estimated passenger capacity of 59,988,409. The same year, the airport witnessed 714,669 tonnes of cargo as well as 399,827 aircraft movements. Three parallel runways have been constructed to meet with the air traffic. The airport is recognised to be the 23rd busiest airport in the world with respect to passenger traffic. Kuala Lumpur International Airport was officially opened for business in 1998. It opened just in time for the 1998 Commonwealth Games that was held in the city.

About Airport Terminals

There are two main terminals at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The original terminal called KLIA Main and terminal 2, called klia2. Terminal 1 was designed by architect Kisho Kurokawa. The airport complex is sprawled across 38.4 metres and has enabled space for future expansions. The symbolic architecture is a testament to the late architect's vision of aesthetic details. It encapsulates Islamic geometry along with cutting edge technology that also puts hints of tropical rainforest. KLIA Main is situated between two runways and covers a floor space of 4,300,000 sq ft. The terminal has a total of 216 check-in counters that are spread across six different islands that are identified alphabetically named A-M. The airport also has self-check-in kiosks available.

Satellite terminal A is a building located at Kuala Lumpur International Airport that operates international flights departures and arrivals. An aerotrain has been constructed to connect the first terminal with the satellite building. The building has 27 boarding gates in total. Kuala Lumpur City, Air Terminal, also referred to as Kuala Lumpur City Air Terminal or KL CAT is situated at KL Sentral and carries three airlines, Cathay Pacific, Malindo Air and Malaysia Airlines. KLIA2, also known as Terminal 2, has been built exclusively to optimise low-cost carriers. The operations at klia2 commenced in 2014 and have about 68 departure gates, 80 aerobridges and about 220 retail outlets.

About Airport Authority

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is owned by Khazanah Nasional Berhad, which is a sovereign wealth fund that is funded by the Government of Malaysia. The commercial objective of Khazanah is to multiply the financial assets and to diversify the revenue sources for Malaysia. They have strategic objectives to achieve the same and ensure to bring in long-term benefits economically. However, the airport is currently operated by Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad. It is a Malaysian airport company that works to handle a majority of airports in the country.

The headquarters of Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad is located in the Persiaran Korporat KLIA, which is within the premise of Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The company currently owns 39 airports under its wing, including Bintulu Airport, Langkawi International Airport, Sandakan Airport, Lahad Dat Airport, Penang International Airport and Limbang Airport, to name a few. Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad is also listed on the Board of Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange. They are the first airport operations company that has a space on the listing of Asia.

Out of the airports that fall under the Malaysia Airports umbrella, Kuala Lumpur International Airport is primarily the result of visionary strategy which has been working on accommodating traffic and big aircraft.

Top airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Kuala Lumpur is one of the best tourist destinations in Malaysia, after Singapore. Hence, the city does witness a slew of travellers coming over to relish the tropical weather and the beaches. There are far too many airlines that operate from the airport. As the airport sees excellent connectivity with many international destinations, many airlines operate from Kuala Lumpur International Airport include Air Arabia, Air Astana, Air China, AirAsia, AirAsia X, All Nippon Airways, Bangkok Airways, British Airways, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Cathay Dragon, China Airlines, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, IndiGo, Himalaya Airlines, Indonesia AirAsia, Japan Airlines, Japan Airlines, KLM, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, Nepal Airlines, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Saudia, Scoot, Shenzhen Airlines, SilkAir, Singapore Airlines, Srilankan Airlines, Thai Airways, Royal Jordanian, Thai Smile, Turkish Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, VietJet Air and Vietnam Airlines. The airport serves as a major hub to a slew of domestic airlines such as Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, AirAsia, MASkargo, AirAsia X, UPS Airlines and AsiaCargo Express. These airlines also cater to the economy of Malaysia.

Facilities at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Baby care room - Kuala Lumpur International Airport has facilitated baby care rooms to help mother's and infants find the necessary privacy. Airports can get very crowded and make it difficult for new mothers to cater to their child's needs. However, at the airport's baby care rooms, that won't be an issue. The room is well-lit and has all the required amenities for the mother and the child. This includes essential baby products as well as a diaper changing station.

Buggies - To enable faster and easier transport within the airport premise, they have installed buggies at all stations. You can find them at the entrance of the airport as well as at the check-in and security booths as well. You will need to inform the airlines and ask them to arrange for a buggy service though. The buggies are usually reserved for senior citizens, expecting mother's and mobility disabled passengers. However, travellers with other concerns can also avail the service.

Kidzania (Entertainment deck for kids) - Travelling with kids can be quite tough, especially when they get bored and start acting up. Hence, with a view to entertaining kids, the Kuala Lumpur International Airport has installed an entertainment deck for them in the form of Kidzania. The place has all amenities with rides and games that would keep the kids busy while you wait for boarding.

Medical services - The airport has also installed world-class medical services at the premise. Often airports see medical cases and emergencies which require assistance as soon as possible. Along with medical clinics and paramedic services, the airport also has pharmacies stationed at regular intervals. You can find them at the domestic and international terminals.

Muslim prayer room - Designated prayer rooms are also there at the airport. However, the rooms are separate for men and women. They are available at all levels of the main terminal building as well as the satellite building. The rooms can also be used for meditation.

Smoking lounge - Smoking in public space is prohibited in Malaysia, and hence, the airport has installed a smoking lounge. Passengers can make use of the comfortable rooms to smoke and even purchase some boxes, if necessary.

Entertainment deck - Interesting entertainment decks are also present at the airport in the satellite building. The lounge has multiple TV sets that have been placed in a U-shaped room. They face relaxed sofa sets and chairs to make for a comfortable experience. It is certainly a good space where one can hang out before boarding. TV has movies and sports channels that one can browse.

Calm room - Something known as a calm room is also present at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The room has soothing portraits and a calm environment to help anxious passengers keep their nerves on check while they wait for the boarding. They have miniature trees and paintings on the wall too that add to the soothing vibe.

Special assistance - There are provisions for special assistance that the airport supports. Trained staff will escort you through the airport and guide you with all the necessary steps and check-in processes required.

How to reach Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Rail

An Express Rail Link is directly connected to the airport. The station is located right at the Main Terminal as well outside klia2. You can catch two of the trail services to reach Kuala Lumpur International Airport namely, KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit. The two rail links have been routed in such a way that they make reaching the Kuala Lumpur International Airport from the city centre easy and convenient. The designs have also been aesthetically done to make the rails look good.

Taxicabs and limousine

There are dedicated taxicab services and even limousines available at the airport as well as the city's travel agencies. You can visit any of the agents and book yourself a ride to reach the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Airport Limo is one place where you can avail the limousine service. There are counters at the airport where you can book your vehicles. You will have to make the payments at the counter itself as there are fixed rates to reach the airport.

Bus

With buses too, there are public as well as private services available within the city to reach the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The buses are air-conditioned, so you will need to get a ticket to KL Sentral transportation hub which would cost you around RM11. The frequency of buses is quite high at the airport so you wouldn't have to worry about its availability.