How long does it take to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

On average, it takes 23h 12m 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 25m.

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 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kuala Lumpur. Keep in mind that there are 11 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?

Philippine Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways 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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

There are 11 operators available for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur as of May 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.

$444 Cheap Flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur in 2026

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,473 to $984. The lowest price recently found on this route was $970.

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9:30 am - 9:50 pm

EWR

KUL

48h 20m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 2:44 pm

KUL

EWR

26h 49m

2 stops

$970Korean Air

Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 27

6:59 pm - 9:50 pm

EWR

KUL

62h 51m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 2:44 pm

KUL

EWR

26h 49m

2 stops

$976Korean Air

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 27

10:30 am - 6:00 am

EWR

KUL

31h 30m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 5:40 pm

KUL

EWR

39h 25m

1 stop

$977United Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 9

11:40 am - 12:05 am

EWR

KUL

24h 25m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 5:40 pm

KUL

EWR

39h 25m

1 stop

$980United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

10:00 am - 8:55 pm

JFK

KUL

22h 55m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 12:00 pm

KUL

JFK

35h 25m

1 stop

$1,100Cathay Pacific

Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Nov 11

1:30 pm - 6:00 am

JFK

KUL

28h 30m

1 stop

7:15 am - 10:55 pm

KUL

JFK

27h 40m

1 stop

$1,103ANA

Thu, Aug 27 - Sat, Sep 26

1:55 am - 12:05 pm

JFK

KUL

22h 10m

1 stop

5:40 pm - 8:35 pm

KUL

JFK

38h 55m

1 stop

$1,104Cathay Pacific

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 19

8:15 pm - 1:55 pm

JFK

KUL

28h 40m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 11:15 am

KUL

JFK

31h 15m

2 stops

$1,121Singapore Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

6:00 am - 6:00 am

LGA

KUL

36h 00m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 2:18 pm

KUL

LGA

36h 03m

2 stops

$1,128ANA

Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 25

8:55 pm - 1:10 pm

JFK

SZB

28h 15m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 11:10 am

SZB

JFK

33h 10m

2 stops

$1,494Singapore Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Oct 14

ANA flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur

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ANA

Sep 8

EWR10:00 amNewark

32h 00m

1 stop

KUL6:00 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 29

KUL2:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

39h 25m

1 stop

EWR5:40 pmNewark

$978

ANA

Sep 2

EWR9:15 amNewark

26h 50m

2 stops

KUL12:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 15

KUL2:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

39h 25m

1 stop

EWR5:40 pmNewark

$1,020

ANA

Sep 10

EWR11:10 amNewark

24h 55m

1 stop

KUL12:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 1

KUL7:15 amKuala Lumpur Intl

25h 30m

2 stops

EWR8:45 pmNewark

$1,024

Ethiopian Air flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur

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Ethiopian Air

Jun 10

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 10m

3 stops

KUL5:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jun 21

KUL11:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

32h 45m

3 stops

JFK8:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,440

Ethiopian Air

May 31

EWR9:45 pmNewark

31h 25m

3 stops

KUL5:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jun 25

KUL11:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

32h 30m

3 stops

EWR7:45 pmNewark

$1,524

Ethiopian Air

Jun 12

EWR9:45 pmNewark

31h 25m

3 stops

KUL5:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jun 27

KUL11:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

32h 30m

3 stops

EWR7:45 pmNewark

$1,560

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EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Wed 9/30

9:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops48h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 10/27

11:55 pm-2:44 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$970

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Tue 9/29

6:59 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops62h 51m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 10/27

11:55 pm-2:44 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$976

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Mon 8/24

10:30 am-6:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 9/9

2:15 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop39h 25m

$977

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Tue 9/1

11:40 am-12:05 am

1 stop24h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/15

2:15 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop39h 25m

$980

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/18

10:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/11

1:35 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop35h 25m

$1,100

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New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/27

1:30 pm-6:00 am

1 stop28h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/26

7:15 am-10:55 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,103

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/5

1:55 am-12:05 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/19

5:40 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$1,104

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/7

8:15 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 11/14

5:00 pm-11:15 am

2 stops31h 15m

$1,121

New YorkKuala Lumpur

LGA - KUL

LGAKUL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-6:00 am

2 stops36h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/25

2:15 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops36h 03m

$1,128

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - SZB

JFKSZB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/15

8:55 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Wed 10/14

2:00 pm-11:10 am

2 stops33h 10m

$1,494

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, August 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 $545. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from New York during April instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in April, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $609.

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 $1,103 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 $946 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 20m
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The fastest flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur takes 21h 20m

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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 20m.
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 11 operators available for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur as of May 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 1,350 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
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Korean Air	PriceFrom $754	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,217 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,766 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $784	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,398 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $855	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,445 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $905	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $956	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,985 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $962	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,526 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $975	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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