How long does it take to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

On average, it takes 24h 10m to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur if you fly out of New York (the most popular airport in New York) and into Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Kuala Lumpur). If you’re flying out of Newark and into Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 24h 20m.

What airlines fly to Kuala Lumpur?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur from New York according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kuala Lumpur. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

Delta, United Airlines, and Korean Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Kuala Lumpur

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

Prices for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur were last updated today.

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There are 12 operators available for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Kuala Lumpur.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Kuala Lumpur trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:00 am - 10:25 pmEWR Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

51h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Incheon Intl

11:55 pm - 9:01 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark

34h 06m2 stops Incheon Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$923Delta

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 am - 9:50 pmEWR Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

27h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Incheon Intl

11:55 pm - 12:05 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark

25h 10m2 stops Incheon Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$923Delta

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Dec 7

10:00 pm - 2:10 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

39h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:30 am - 3:05 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$929Etihad Airways

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 21

9:00 am - 8:35 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

22h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

1:35 pm - 12:00 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

35h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$930Cathay Pacific

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

1:40 pm - 12:35 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

33h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

5:50 pm - 12:00 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$930Cathay Pacific

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23

10:00 pm - 7:45 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

32h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:30 am - 3:05 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$930Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 29

12:00 pm - 10:25 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

45h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl

11:55 pm - 7:30 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl

$942Korean Air

Sat, Feb 13 - Sun, Feb 21

12:50 am - 6:45 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

40h 55m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

2:15 pm - 10:30 amKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$950United Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Jan 25

1:05 pm - 6:45 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

28h 40m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

2:15 pm - 10:30 amKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$950United Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Feb 1

12:00 pm - 10:25 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

45h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl

11:55 pm - 10:00 amKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 05m1 stop Incheon Intl

$962Korean Air

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Feb 14

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6:00 am - 9:50 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

51h 50m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Incheon Intl

11:20 pm - 8:08 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 48m2 stops Incheon Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$928Korean Air

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 8

9:50 am - 9:50 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

48h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Incheon Intl

11:20 pm - 8:09 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 49m2 stops Incheon Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$928Korean Air

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 13

1:30 pm - 6:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

28h 30m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

2:15 pm - 11:00 amKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 45m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$950United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

1:30 pm - 6:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

28h 30m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

2:15 pm - 11:00 amKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 45m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$950United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

11:40 am - 12:05 amEWR Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

24h 25m1 stop Tokyo Narita

2:15 pm - 5:40 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark

39h 25m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$963ANA

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 8

9:15 am - 12:05 amEWR Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

26h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Narita

2:15 pm - 5:40 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark

39h 25m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$967ANA

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 8

10:20 pm - 7:55 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

21h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 pm - 8:35 amKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,007Etihad Airways

Sun, Aug 30 - Thu, Sep 10

9:45 pm - 5:10 pmEWR Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

31h 25m3 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi

11:15 pm - 7:45 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark

32h 30m3 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole Lome

$1,050Ethiopian Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Thu, Sep 10

9:45 pm - 5:10 pmEWR Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

31h 25m3 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi

11:15 pm - 7:45 pmKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark

32h 30m3 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole Lome

$1,165Ethiopian Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Thu, Sep 10

10:20 pm - 6:30 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

32h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Hanoi Noibai

9:55 pm - 8:35 amKUL Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,641Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 7

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Delta flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur

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Oct 20

EWR6:00 amNewark

27h 50m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Dec 6

KUL11:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

EWR12:05 pmNewark

$923

Delta

Nov 8

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

48h 50m

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KUL10:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Feb 7

KUL11:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

35h 11m

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JFK10:06 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$929

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Oct 18

LGA8:30 pmNew York LaGuardia

37h 20m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Dec 5

KUL11:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

34h 46m

2 stops

LGA9:41 pmNew York LaGuardia

$973

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Sep 1

JFK2:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

KUL1:30 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 14

KUL2:45 amKuala Lumpur Intl

29h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$940

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Oct 19

JFK2:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

KUL12:05 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Dec 8

KUL2:55 amKuala Lumpur Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

JFK12:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$953

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Nov 8

JFK1:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 50m

1 stop

KUL12:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Dec 12

KUL5:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

38h 15m

1 stop

JFK7:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$958

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Mon 11/2

6:00 am-10:25 pm

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11:55 pm-9:01 pm

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Tue 10/20

6:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 12/7

11:55 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$923

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/3

10:00 pm-2:10 am

1 stop39h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

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9:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop42h 35m

$929

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/24

9:00 am-8:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 12/1

1:35 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop35h 25m

$930

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/18

1:40 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 11/23

5:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$930

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/19

10:00 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 11/29

9:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop42h 35m

$930

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/13

12:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop45h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 2/21

11:55 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$942

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/30

12:50 am-6:45 am

1 stop40h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 1/25

2:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop33h 15m

$950

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/1

1:05 pm-6:45 am

1 stop28h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/1

2:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop33h 15m

$950

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/13

12:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop45h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 2/14

11:55 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 05m

$962

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Kuala Lumpur?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $960 to $1,262.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $923.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $895. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from New York during February instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $908.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kuala Lumpur for around $1,114 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kuala Lumpur from New York for as low as $965 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$480
Fastest flight time	21h 05m
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The best one-way flight to Kuala Lumpur from New York in the past 72 hours is $480. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Kuala Lumpur found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $923.

The fastest flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur takes 21h 05m

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How far is New York to Kuala Lumpur by plane?
The straight-line distance from New York to Kuala Lumpur is 9384.9 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 05m.
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There are 12 operators available for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Kuala Lumpur.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Kuala Lumpur trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $716	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,460 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $739	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,300 reviews	Search ANA flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $754	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,221 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,127 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $784	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,484 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $818	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,517 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $944	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $956	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,036 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $962	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,588 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $975	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,033 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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