Malaysia
United Kingdom
Kuala Lumpur to London Time Difference
London is 7 hours behind Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur vs London — At a Glance
Kuala Lumpur to London — Hour-by-Hour
About Kuala Lumpur and London
Kuala Lumpur (population: 1.8M) is known for the Petronas Towers, Islamic finance hub, and affordable Southeast Asian living. London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway.
Business Hours Overlap
Kuala Lumpur and London are both global financial centers. When Kuala Lumpur's market closes, London's is yet to open, creating a relay pattern common in 24-hour trading.
Calling Between Cities
When calling London (+44) from Kuala Lumpur (+60), be mindful of the 7-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Kuala Lumpur (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Kuala Lumpur uses MYR while London uses GBP. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Kuala Lumpur and London share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Kuala Lumpur and London visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and London?
London, United Kingdom is 7 hours behind Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur is in the Asia/Singapore timezone (UTC+8) and London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Kuala Lumpur, what time is it in London?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Kuala Lumpur, it's 5:00 AM in London.
What is the best time to call London from Kuala Lumpur?
The best time to call London from Kuala Lumpur is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Kuala Lumpur, it's 2:00 AM in London. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Kuala Lumpur for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does London use?
London, United Kingdom uses GBP. Kuala Lumpur uses MYR. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in London?
The primary language in London is English. Kuala Lumpur also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial London from Kuala Lumpur?
To call London from Kuala Lumpur, dial your international access code followed by +44 and the local number. Kuala Lumpur uses country code +60 and London uses +44.
