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Cheap flights from Sydney to Malaysia from $297

SYD — KUL
5 Nov — 12 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Malaysia

Mon 12/1021:50 -
1 stop18h 00m
Sat 24/1017:10 -
1 stop13h 10m
Deal found 1/10$486
Mon 5/1009:50 -
Nonstop8h 55m
Wed 21/1019:35 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 4/10$578
Mon 5/1021:50 -
Nonstop9h 10m
Wed 21/1009:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 2/10$582
Fri 9/1009:50 -
Nonstop8h 55m
Thu 22/1019:35 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 5/10$583
Mon 19/1021:35 -
1 stop13h 55m
Sun 1/1109:30 -
1 stop30h 20m
Deal found 1/10$589
Sat 17/1009:50 -
Nonstop8h 55m
Wed 21/1019:35 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 4/10$592
Fri 30/1012:35 -
1 stop15h 55m
Tue 3/1108:00 -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 6/10$604
Thu 29/1012:35 -
1 stop27h 15m
Sun 8/1113:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 2/10$608
Sat 17/1014:00 -
1 stop10h 45m
Wed 21/1019:35 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 5/10$609
Fri 30/1012:35 -
1 stop15h 55m
Wed 4/1113:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 6/10$614
Mon 2/1120:05 -
1 stop15h 25m
Sun 15/1109:30 -
1 stop23h 40m
Deal found 1/10$628
Mon 5/1021:50 -
1 stop15h 30m
Sun 18/1021:00 -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 1/10$671

Find flight deals from Sydney to Malaysia

Round-trip from

$486

One-way from

$297

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$740

Good round-trip deal

$1,086 or less

Good one-way deal

$689 or less
12/10-24/10
  • 12/10-24/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 10m total
  • Sydney to Malaysia
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12/10-31/12
  • 12/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 40m total
  • Sydney to Malaysia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Malaysia.
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SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/3

20:05-19:00

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$319

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/10

14:00-10:00

2 stops23h 00m

Penang Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$379
Fastest return journey

SydneyKuala Lumpur

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

SYDKUL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/10

09:50-15:45

Nonstop8h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$389

SydneyKota Kinabalu

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - BKI Kota Kinabalu

SYDBKI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/3

20:05-11:10

1 stop18h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$415

SydneyKuala Lumpur

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SZB Kuala Lumpur Subang

SYDSZB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/10

14:00-13:10

1 stop26h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$420

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

21:35-13:25

2 stops18h 50m

Penang Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$438

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/10

09:50-23:20

1 stop16h 30m

Penang Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$451

SydneyKuala Lumpur

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

SYDKUL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

17:10-07:35

2 stops41h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$453

SydneyKuala Lumpur

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

SYDKUL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

07:55-22:50

1 stop17h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$456

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/11

13:25-09:35

1 stop23h 10m

Penang Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$463

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Malaysia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Malaysia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Malaysia (average of $665). Flying from Sydney to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to MY?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Malaysia as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Malaysia

The most flights from SYD to MY0 are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

How often are flights from Sydney to Malaysia delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Sydney and Malaysia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Malaysia flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Malaysia flights?

Over the past year, AirAsia X have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Malaysia?

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Malaysia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 18 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Malaysia Airlines, andScoot from Sydney to Malaysia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
336 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
48 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Batik Air
5.8
Fair
88 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,623 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Malaysia?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Malaysia.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Malaysia?

    For as low as $990, Scoot can have you in Malaysia from Sydney in 8h 45m. The distance between Sydney and Malaysia is about 6581 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Malaysia one-way?

    $220 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Scoot. You may also be able to find cheap deals on VietJet Air and AirAsia X, with prices starting from $243 and $297, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to Malaysia?

    While some choose either Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kuala Lumpur Subang or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kota Kinabalu, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kuala Lumpur Intl is the most popular route from Sydney to Malaysia.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Malaysia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sydney to Malaysia consider choosing Ethiopian Air(100%), Firefly(100%) or LATAM Airlines(100%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Malaysia?

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Malaysia is $445. On average you can expect to pay $1,905. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kuala Lumpur Intl), can usually be booked for $553.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Malaysia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Malaysia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Malaysia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Malaysia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Malaysia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Malaysia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Malaysia (average of $665). Flying from Sydney to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Sydney to Malaysia

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VietJet AirCheapest$309Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsia XCheapest$339Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$390Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapest$497Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$684Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$685Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Garuda IndonesiaCheapest$721Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$762Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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