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Flight deals from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,363. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,684 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,684, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,732 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,732, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,786 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,786, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,821 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,821, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,911 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,911, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,125 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,125, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,495 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,495, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,645 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,645, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,654 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,654, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,742 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,742, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 9,886 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,886, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 11,536 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,536, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in November.
Apr
from R 6,786
May
from R 6,911
Jun
from R 7,654
Jul
from R 7,742
Aug
from R 6,821
Sep
from R 6,732
Oct
from R 7,495
Nov
from R 6,684
Dec
from R 9,886
Jan
from R 7,645
Feb
from R 7,125
Mar
from R 11,536

Alternative Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah

18km from central Kuala Lumpur
Closest
from R 7,630
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from R 6,684
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Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,684
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur is R 12,363. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,363.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Kuala Lumpur is usually May.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.8 km away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from R 12,363.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Monday, 4 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Kuala Lumpur. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kuala Lumpur but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is eight hours ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.

  • For a relaxed start to your EDI to Kuala Lumpur flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from EDI to Kuala Lumpur. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB)

  • Travelling from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • 73% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport land at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kuala Lumpur

  • R 6,684 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 12,363. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from EDI to Kuala Lumpur. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from EDI to Kuala Lumpur is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Kuala Lumpur.

Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 19 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.

  • Following your EDI to Kuala Lumpur flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SZB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SZB one week ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur in December.

  • Book a Edinburgh Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket with a departure in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Kuala Lumpur

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kuala Lumpur is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.

  • Around 290 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru is another favourite stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.

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