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CMH — KUL
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
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Flights to Kuala Lumpur in 2024

Find the latest flights to Kuala Lumpur in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,206 searches and data was last updated on 18 April 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$910

Return from

$433

One-way from

$258
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Kuala Lumpur
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Kuala Lumpur

Average price of flights to Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Kuala Lumpur is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Kuala Lumpur (average of $349). Flying to Kuala Lumpur in December will prove the most costly (average of $503). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$739

February

$619

March

$543

April

$612

May

$584

June

$705

July

$671

August

$593

September

$689

October

$615

November

$649

December

$783

Peak Season:

Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia’s capital city and a fascinating place to book flight tickets for a holiday. Various cultures, including Malay, Chinese, Indian, have inhabited the city over the years and are reflected in the architecture which is a mix of modern and historical buildings. The best example of postmodern architecture is the Petronas Towers, twin skyscrapers with an all glass shell that stretch 450 metres above the skyline. Travellers arriving on cheap flights to Kuala Lumpur at any time of year will encounter hot, humid weather, the temperature stays at a steady 28C-32C all year round. But the modern, air-conditioned buildings and retail stores make shopping a pleasant experience. Bukit Bintang, Central Market, Chinatown and Little India are also popular areas for shoppers to pick up bargains and souvenirs. Peak periods for Kuala Lumpur are the Malaysian school holidays that fall in early April, early August and mid-November to early January. Thaipusam, a key Hindu thanksgiving festival celebrated between mid-January and mid-February, attracts over one million travellers and locals each year. Book your flight to Kuala Lumpur well in advance for the best deals at this time.

Off Season:

Kuala Lumpur doesn’t really have an off season, though it does have a monsoon season from November to February which heralds torrential downpours and strong winds along the east coast. Although it can rain heavily at any time of year, many visitors prefer to avoid the wetter months of March and April, and from September to November.

Temperature and rainfall in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

KUL

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

June and July are considered the less rainy months and therefore a good time to book cheap flights to Kuala Lumpur. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t come prepared for periodical showers and thunderstorms though, these tend to occur in the morning and late afternoon. Light cotton clothing with long sleeves, a hat and sunglasses are a must to protect from sunburn while sightseeing.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Kuala Lumpur should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kuala Lumpur. Reviews last updated 18 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown AirAsia X, Batik Air and Malaysia Airlines to Kuala Lumpur. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

8.3
Very Good
973 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

7.8
Good
1,143 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

7.7
Good
1,018 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

7.5
Good
404 reviews
8.3
Very Good
973 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

  • How long is the flight to Kuala Lumpur?

    Flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur– 8 hrs 35 mins Flights from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur– 8 hrs 15 mins Flights from Brisbane to Kuala Lumpur– 10 hrs 10 mins Flights from Perth to Kuala Lumpur – 5 hrs 30 mins

  • Which airlines operate flights to Kuala Lumpur?

    The major airlines operating direct flights to Kuala Lumpur from Australia are: Malaysia Airlines, Emirates and AirAsia. Direct flight to Kuala Lumpur operate out of Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide but there are plenty of other airlines over one or two stopovers, such as Singapore Airlines, Qantas, Cathay Pacific, Jetstar, Thai Airways and Virgin Australia.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Flights land at Kuala Lumpur Airport (KLIA) situated 45 km from the city centre. Express Rail Link trains provide fast transportation to the city centre with the KLIA Express taking approximately 28 minutes and the KLIA Transit 37 minutes. The Express Coach departs every 30 minutes with a journey time of one hour. Taxis are also available at the airport and should be paid for in advance at the ticket counter in the arrivals hall. Many hotels can arrange for a car to pick up guests, though this is generally more expensive than taking a taxi.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Kuala Lumpur?

    Things to do in Kuala LumpurFor a respite from the city bustle, Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens (Taman Tasik Perdana) are green, verdant and home to monkeys. Petaling Street has some amazing bargains – behind the stalls. The clothes shops there offer great savings and good quality. Along Petaling Street, sample the Hokkien noodles from the stall outside Hong Leong Bank. Malaysia has one of best party beaches in South East Asia, Perhentian Kecil’s pristine shores offer plenty of entertainment after the sun goes down.

  • What does KUL mean?

    KUL stands for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. Codes like this one are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Kuala Lumpur Subang Airport (SZB), Malacca Batu Berendum Airport (MKZ).

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kuala Lumpur on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kuala Lumpur?

    null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kuala Lumpur. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

  • How much is a return flight to Kuala Lumpur?

    A return flight to Kuala Lumpur will typically cost around $28, however they can be found for as little as $21.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kuala Lumpur depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kuala Lumpur, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes. Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Plaza Premium Lounge Klia 2 is the closest property to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (0.0 km away from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport).

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