The best price found on momondo to Kuala Lumpur was $21/pp from Johor Bahru, which is 95% cheaper than the average flight price to Kuala Lumpur. To find the cheapest price to Kuala Lumpur from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
The cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur from United States is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $565, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Kuala Lumpur during the month of April, then departing from United States during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $625.
The ideal time to book your flight to Kuala Lumpur is 60 days in advance when prices tend to average $747. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $602.
According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Kuala Lumpur from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $696. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Kuala Lumpur on Saturday is $791.
According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Kuala Lumpur is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Kuala Lumpur in the afternoon for as low as $572. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Kuala Lumpur are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $797. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
Users planning a flight to Kuala Lumpur during the months of January, February, or March should anticipate rain. There are still things to do in Kuala Lumpur even when it's raining, though. Those looking for a great museum with interesting exhibits should take time out of their trip to Kuala Lumpur to go see Petrosains, The Discovery Centre. Petrosains, The Discovery Centre is particularly popular with tourists when the weather in Kuala Lumpur is not ideal. Shopping centers like Petronas Towers are very popular destinations for those visiting the Kuala Lumpur area. Petronas Towers is a great place to go if you’re looking to spend some time inside.
Sunway Lagoon Theme Park is an amusement park near Kuala Lumpur, and is a perfect place to go enjoy a beautiful day with the family. Those looking to fly to Kuala Lumpur to visit these parks would likely find that the best time to do so is during June or July, when there is only a moderate chance of rain and the weather is typically above 70 degrees fahrenheit.
Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport or Malacca Batu Berendum Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is typically Kuala Lumpur Subang Airport with an average price of $364/person. These prices vary based on where travelers are coming from. It is suggested that travelers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
Currently, Malaysia travel restrictions include travel to Kuala Lumpur. Entry restrictions
Malaysia has restricted entry to all travelers through at least December 31, except for citizens, permanent residents with a MyPR card, diplomats, embassy employees, and spouses or children of Malaysian nationals, who must have a sticker label visa in the passport specifically indicating this status. Travelers with a Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) permit and a printed entry permit from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture and students with a student pass for a Malaysian institution may also enter the country. On July 11, Malaysian Immigration issued updated guidelines for expatriate, skilled worker, and knowledge worker pass holders and their dependents to request permission to return to Malaysia. These guidelines also include instructions for pass holders currently in Malaysia who wish to depart and then return to Malaysia. Check the Malaysian Immigration website for more information.
Entry requirementsFrom August 17, all foreign residents who are returning to the country will be required to complete an application on the MYEntry online platform. Airline crew must present a "Health Declaration Form" upon arrival, are subject to quarantine until their next flight, and must install the 'MySejahtera' app.
Quarantine requirementsAll arriving travelers will be tested on arrival, and are subject to a 14-day quarantine requirement in a government facility. All costs for the quarantine are borne by the traveler. Travelers will be required to download the MySejahtera application and will be issued a wristband for identification and monitoring by the authorities during their quarantine period. Foreigners with valid visas or work permits who entered Malaysia BEFORE the MCO began on March 16 may enter Sarawak without quarantine, but must request advance permission from the Sarawak State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC). Foreigners with valid visas or work permits who entered Malaysia during the MCO will be subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine in a government facility at their own expense, and must first request advance permission from SDMC. As of July 28, all foreigners who enter Sarawak from overseas will be required to undergo COVID-19 testing on the second and tenth day. They will be responsible for covering the costs of their quarantine and testing. More information is available here.
Transiting rulesTravelers may not transfer from international flights to domestic flights, except for Malaysian nationals who are traveling to Sabah or Sarawak. Foreigners may not enter Sabah without prior approval, which must be requested in advance from the Sabah State Secretary (Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri Sabah) at crisis@sabah.gov.my.
If you are planning to travel to Kuala Lumpur at this time, it is recommended that you stay up to date on current restrictions and follow proper safety measures while in public.