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About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

Summary info about Kuala Lumpur flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$421

Best Round-Trip Price

$736

Fastest flight time

21h 10m

Operated By

9 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Kuala Lumpur from United States in the last 72 hours is $421 (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Kuala Lumpur from United States in the last 72 hours is $736 (San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl).
The fastest flight to Kuala Lumpur from United States takes 21h 10m (San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl).
There are 9 airlines operating flights to Kuala Lumpur, including American Airlines, Japan Airlines and Korean Air.

Kuala Lumpur flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Kuala Lumpur. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $935. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from United States during April instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in April, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $977.

How long does it take to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

On average, it takes 23h 35m to fly from United States to Kuala Lumpur if you fly out of Los Angeles (the most popular airport in United States) and into Kuala Lumpur Intl (the most popular airport in Kuala Lumpur). If you’re flying out of San Francisco and into Kuala Lumpur Intl, then the flight time is around 24h 05m.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kuala Lumpur?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur from United States when booking 60 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kuala Lumpur for around $1,147 when searching 60 days out.

Cheapest flights to Kuala Lumpur airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Kuala Lumpur airports from your nearest city or airport
Los Angeles
Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Kuala Lumpur

Los Angeles (LAX) to Kuala Lumpur (MY1)

Typically, flights to Kuala Lumpur from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur, which has an average price of $1,008

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KUALA LUMPUR FROM LOS ANGELESSeptember16% cheaperFlying from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur costs on average just $847 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KUALA LUMPUR FROM LOS ANGELESDecember34% more expensiveIt costs about $1,355 for flights to Kuala Lumpur from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KUALA LUMPUR FROM LOS ANGELESJuly317% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Kuala Lumpur from Los Angeles in July than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Kuala Lumpur

Flights from the United States to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur (KUL) can vary greatly in duration based on the layovers. From New York City, flights will depart from either John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or LaGuardia International Airport (LGA) and they can take anywhere from 21 hours and 45 minutes to about 46 hours and 40 minutes. From Florida’s Orlando International Airport (MCO), flights range from about 27 hours to 47 hours. On the west coast, you can get a flight from California’s Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), flights from here take between 25 hours and 15 minutes up to 51 hours and 45 minutes.

There are no nonstop flights from the US to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia currently available. However, there are options with just one layover. Some flights from Los Angeles International Airport  (LAX) have a single layover, often in Tokyo, Singapore, Doha, or Dubai. Likewise, flights from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), often include one layover, which you can expect to be in Doha, Dubai, or Abu Dhabi. If you’re flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in the Pacific Northwest, you’ll find all flights have two-plus stops, often including San Francisco, Doha, Tokyo, Los Angeles, and New York City. From Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Georgia, flights will make two-plus stops, with the first layover typically in New York or Dallas-Fort Worth. From Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Texas, flights with just one layover are available, you can expect stops in Doha and Tokyo.


Kuala Lumpur flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United States to Kuala Lumpur found recently by users on momondo
Japan Airlines
Oct 2
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
37h 05m
1 stop
KUL10:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
Nov 15
KUL5:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:20 pmSan Francisco
Japan Airlines
Oct 2
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
37h 05m
1 stop
KUL10:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
Nov 12
KUL6:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
26h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:20 pmSan Francisco
Japan Airlines
Sep 4
LAX10:55 amLos Angeles
33h 50m
1 stop
KUL8:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
Oct 3
KUL6:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
28h 50m
1 stop
LAX11:05 pmLos Angeles
Japan Airlines
Oct 3
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
37h 05m
1 stop
KUL10:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
Nov 12
KUL6:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
26h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:20 pmSan Francisco
Japan Airlines
Sep 6
LAX4:51 amLos Angeles
30h 19m
2 stops
KUL11:10 amKuala Lumpur Intl
Sep 13
KUL6:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
31h 40m
2 stops
LAX2:30 amLos Angeles
Japan Airlines
Nov 14
SFO2:00 amSan Francisco
43h 10m
2 stops
KUL9:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
Nov 20
KUL5:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:20 pmSan Francisco

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Kuala Lumpur

If you're looking for one-way flights from United States to Kuala Lumpur, view some of our deals below provided by China Airlines, SAUDIA and Singapore Airlines
SAUDIA
Sep 26
IAD2:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 05m
1 stop
KUL11:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl
SAUDIA
Oct 5
JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
KUL8:35 amKuala Lumpur Intl
SAUDIA
Oct 9
JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 00m
1 stop
KUL1:00 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Which airlines fly to Kuala Lumpur?

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Airports near Kuala Lumpur

Below you will find all the airports in Kuala Lumpur along with the distance from the city center

How to get to downtown Kuala Lumpur from the airport

There are a couple of ways that you can get from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the city center. By car, the journey can take about 50 to 60 minutes, so grabbing a taxi or hailing a ride on the rideshare app called GRAB are both good options. If you want to use public transportation, then you can get the KLIA Ekspres which will take you to KL Sentral, from there, you can hop on the KJL (a service run by myrapid) to Gombak, you’ll want to get off at KLCC.


Popular routes to Kuala Lumpur

Most frequently searched flights to Kuala Lumpur along with the cheapest price and shortest flight duration
New York to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time21h 35m
Cheapest price$759
San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time24h 05m
Cheapest price$737
Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time23h 35m
Cheapest price$739
Dallas to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time29h 16m
Cheapest price$1,125
San Jose to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time26h 45m
Cheapest price$924
Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time22h 15m
Cheapest price$789
Seattle to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time19h 15m
Cheapest price$863
Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time21h 45m
Cheapest price$835
Boston to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time28h 05m
Cheapest price$875
Oakland, California to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time36h 00m
Cheapest price$941
Dhaka to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time3h 55m
Cheapest price$324
Lahore to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time5h 50m
Cheapest price$564
Houston to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time25h 05m
Cheapest price$960
London to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time13h 15m
Cheapest price$719
Singapore to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time1h 00m
Cheapest price$46
Atlanta to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time21h 50m
Cheapest price$1,056
Miami to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time23h 00m
Cheapest price$1,206
Honolulu to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time19h 35m
Cheapest price$827
Philadelphia to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time22h 30m
Cheapest price$1,243
Detroit to Kuala Lumpur Flights
Fastest flight time34h 31m
Cheapest price$1,537

Visa requirements for visiting Kuala Lumpur

While you do not need to acquire a tourist visa to visit Kuala Lumpur, you will be required to have a passport that is valid for at least six months from the date of travel.


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Best things to do and see in Kuala Lumpur

If you snag a good Kuala Lumpur flight deal, then you’ll want to plan ahead to make the most of your trip. The city is a mixture of various cultures, and the architecture speaks to its evolution in response to cultural influences throughout its history. While in the city, you’ll want to check out the Kampung Baru neighborhood, where you’ll see a jarring juxtaposition of antiquated houses and modern skyscrapers. If you’re a foodie, you’ll also want to take advantage of the various cuisines here—try Chinese, Indian, or traditional Malaysian dishes. For a magical experience, head to Selangor River where you can catch a ride on a boat to watch fireflies flicker in the surrounding mangroves.


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