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Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland by train, plane or car

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Train, fly to Newcastle • 21h 25m

Take the train from KL Sentral to Klia T1
Fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Newcastle (NCL) KUL - NCL

£398 - £914

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Train, fly to Leeds Bradford, drive • 21h 29m

Take the train from KL Sentral to Klia T1
Fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Leeds Bradford (LBA) KUL - LBA
Drive from Leeds Bradford to Sunderland

£310 - £929

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Train, fly to Edinburgh • 23h 7m

Take the train from KL Sentral to Klia T1
Fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Edinburgh (EDI) KUL - EDI
Take the train from Edinburgh to Newcastle

£345 - £996

Train, fly to Manchester • 24h 3m

Take the train from KL Sentral to Klia T1
Fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Manchester (MAN) KUL - MAN
Take the train from Manchester Airport to York
Take the train from York to Newcastle

£365 - £1,005

Train, fly to Durham • 23h 11m

Take the train from KL Sentral to Klia T1
Fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Durham (MME) KUL - MME
Take the train from Darlington to Newcastle

£322 - £1,120

Train, fly to Humberside • 24h 49m

Take the train from KL Sentral to Klia T1
Fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Humberside (HUY) KUL - HUY
Take the train from Barnetby to Doncaster
Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastle

£327 - £1,166

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Malaysia → United Kingdom

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International entry into United Kingdom from Malaysia

Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Malaysia

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Allowed for: All visitors with the below exceptions

Restricted for: Foreign nationals that have visited Angola, Argentina, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Chile, Colombia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ecuador, Eswatini, French Guiana, Guyana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Seychelles, South Africa, Suriname, Tanzania, Uruguay, Venezuela, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Oman, Qatar, Somalia, Bangladesh, Kenya, Pakistan and Philippines in the past 10 days

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Conditions of entry into United Kingdom from Malaysia

10-day mandatory self-quarantine
Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival

This applies to arrivals from Malaysia

Travellers can choose to pay for a private COVID-19 test. The earliest you can take the test while in quarantine is 5 full days after you left a place not on the travel corridor list
Before travelling, travellers must book and pay for a travel test package, which will include COVID-19 tests to be taken on day 2 and on day 8 of your quarantine
Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions
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10-day mandatory self-quarantine

This doesn't apply to arrivals from: Ireland, Isle of Man, Guernsey and Jersey

Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival

This doesn't apply to arrivals from: Myanmar, Falkland Islands and Saint Helena

Travellers can choose to pay for a private COVID-19 test. The earliest you can take the test while in quarantine is 5 full days after you left a place not on the travel corridor list
Before travelling, travellers must book and pay for a travel test package, which will include COVID-19 tests to be taken on day 2 and on day 8 of your quarantine
Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions

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Rules to follow in United Kingdom

Mandatory

Considerations leaving from Malaysia

The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I allowed to travel from Malaysia to United Kingdom?

Yes, but conditions apply when entering United Kingdom from Malaysia.

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What are the travel restrictions in Sunderland?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

Face masks are mandatory
There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
Nationwide control measures in place

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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Sunderland?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Sunderland is 111.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Sunderland?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Sunderland is mandatory.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Sunderland?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 111.

Are there restrictions returning to Malaysia from United Kingdom?

Yes, entry into Malaysia from United Kingdom is currently restricted.

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Last updated: 19 Apr 2021
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Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland?

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland is to train and fly and drive which costs RM 1700 - RM 5500 and takes 21h 29m.

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How do I get from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland the fastest?

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland is to train and fly. Taking this option will cost RM 2200 - RM 5500 and takes 21h 25m.

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How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Sunderland is 6594 miles.

How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland?

It takes approximately 21h 25m to get from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland, including transfers.

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How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland?

There is no direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Airport to Newcastle Airport. The quickest flight takes 16h 40m and has one stopover.

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What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and Sunderland?

Sunderland is 7h behind Kuala Lumpur. It is currently 4:27 AM in Kuala Lumpur and 9:27 PM in Sunderland.

Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur Airport to Newcastle Airport?

Emirates, British Airways, Etihad and KLM offer flights from Kuala Lumpur Airport to Newcastle Airport.

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 663+ hotels available in Sunderland. Prices start at £75 per night.

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Distance: 6593.8 miles
Duration: 21h 25m

What companies run services between Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Sunderland, England?

There is no direct connection from Kuala Lumpur to Sunderland. However, you can take the train to Klia T1, take the walk to Kuala Lumpur airport, fly to Newcastle, take the walk to Newcastle Airport, then take the subway to Sunderland. Alternatively, you can take the train to Klia T1, take the walk to Kuala Lumpur airport, fly to Edinburgh, take the walk to Edinburgh Airport, take the tram to Edinburgh, St Andrew Square, take the walk to Edinburgh, take the train to Newcastle, then take the train to Sunderland.

Airlines

KLM

Website: klm.com

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Newcastle via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 18h 10m
When: Tuesday and Friday
Estimated price: £330 - £1,000

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Edinburgh via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 17h 50m
When: Tuesday and Friday
Estimated price: £270 - £850

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Manchester via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 18h 5m
When: Tuesday and Friday
Estimated price: £270 - £850

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Leeds Bradford via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 17h 5m
When: Tuesday and Friday
Estimated price: £290 - £900

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Durham via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 17h 10m
When: Tuesday
Estimated price: £310 - £950

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Humberside via Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 17h 10m
When: Tuesday
Estimated price: £280 - £900

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Humberside via Singapore Changi, Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 19h 30m
When: Tuesday and Sunday
Estimated price: £300 - £950

British Airways

Website: britishairways.com

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Newcastle via London Heathrow

Ave. Duration: 18h 30m
When: Thursday
Estimated price: £350 - £1,000

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Edinburgh via Doha

Ave. Duration: 16h 57m
When: Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price: £320 - £750

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Edinburgh via London Heathrow

Ave. Duration: 18h 10m
When: Thursday
Estimated price: £290 - £850

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Manchester via Doha

Ave. Duration: 17h 12m
When: Every day
Estimated price: £320 - £750

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Manchester via London Heathrow

Ave. Duration: 18h 55m
When: Thursday
Estimated price: £290 - £850

Qatar Airways

Website: qatarairways.com

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Edinburgh via Doha

Ave. Duration: 16h 57m
When: Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price: £320 - £750

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Manchester via Doha

Ave. Duration: 17h 12m
When: Every day
Estimated price: £320 - £750

Emirates

Website: emirates.com

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Newcastle via Dubai

Ave. Duration: 16h 40m
When: Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price: £390 - £1,000

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Manchester via Dubai

Ave. Duration: 16h 35m
When: Wednesday
Estimated price: £320 - £850

Etihad

Website: etihad.com

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Newcastle via Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 21h 20m
When: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price: £390 - £900

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Manchester via Abu Dhabi

Ave. Duration: 16h 25m
When: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: £320 - £750

Turkish Airlines

Website: turkishairlines.com

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Edinburgh via Istanbul

Ave. Duration: 23h 35m
When: Wednesday
Estimated price: £310 - £800

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Manchester via Istanbul

Ave. Duration: 17h 45m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price: £310 - £800

Loganair

Website: loganair.co.uk

Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Durham via London Heathrow

Ave. Duration: 18h 15m
When: Thursday
Estimated price: £480 - £950

Train operators

KLIA Express

Phone: +603 2267 8000
Website: kliaekspres.com

Train from KL Sentral to Klia T1

Ave. Duration: 37 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £6 - £10
Website: http://www.kliaekspres.com/

LNER

Website: lner.co.uk

Train from Edinburgh to Newcastle

Ave. Duration: 1h 25m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £16 - £150
Website: lner.co.uk

Advance Single: £16 - £23
Anytime Day Single: £65 - £95
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £100 - £150

Train from York to Newcastle

Ave. Duration: 56 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £10 - £110
Website: lner.co.uk

Advance Single: £10 - £15
Anytime Day Single: £45 - £70
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £75 - £110

Train from Darlington to Newcastle

Ave. Duration: 26 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £4 - £70
Website: lner.co.uk

Advance Single: £4 - £7
Anytime Day Single: £30 - £45
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £45 - £70

Train from Doncaster to Newcastle

Ave. Duration: 1h 29m
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Estimated price: £14 - £140
Website: lner.co.uk

Advance Single: £14 - £21
Anytime Day Single: £60 - £90
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £95 - £140

CrossCountry

Phone: 0344 736 9123
Email: customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website: crosscountrytrains.co.uk