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Flight deals from Chennai Airport to Kuala Lumpur

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai Airport to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,776. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,674 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,674, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 1,996 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,996, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 2,013 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,013, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 2,041 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,041, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 2,041 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,041, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 2,109 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,109, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 2,109 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,109, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 2,109 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,109, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 2,194
May
from R 1,674
Jun
from R 1,674
Jul
from R 1,674
Aug
from R 1,674
Sep
from R 1,674
Oct
from R 1,674
Nov
from R 1,674
Dec
from R 1,674
Jan
from R 2,251
Feb
from R 1,674
Mar
from R 2,131

Direct flights from Chennai to Kuala Lumpur

Alternative Chennai to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chennai 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 1,903
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from R 1,674
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Chennai to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,674
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week53

Finding cheap flights from Chennai 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 Chennai to Kuala Lumpur is R 3,097. 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.
4 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Chennai to Kuala Lumpur.
AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Garuda Indonesia fly direct from Chennai to Kuala Lumpur.
As of April 2026, there are 53 flights per week flying from Chennai to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Kuala Lumpur is usually August.
If you're flying from Chennai 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 3,097.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Monday, 17 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 1 minute.
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, Scoot and AirAsia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

Flying from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is 3 hours 50 minutes.

  • Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.

  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route, with 33 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from MAA to KUL is with Malaysia Airlines at 23:55. Choose the first departure operated by Malaysia Airlines at 00:20 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your MAA to Kuala Lumpur flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month like November? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) will be where your journey ends.

  • Pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Book your ticket with one of these:

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MAA to Kuala Lumpur. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

    • Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)

    • Cochin International Airport (COK)

  • MAA is about 16 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai International Airport, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kuala Lumpur

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight is R 1,674. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,097. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flights from MAA to Kuala Lumpur, reserve your trip three months before your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAA to Kuala Lumpur by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

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

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

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

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Book one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:

  • For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Kuala Lumpur.

Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • The centre of Kuala Lumpur is around 19 kilometres from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). After your flight from Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.

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

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SZB. Kick back and get cosy after your MAA to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from SZB one week in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, while August is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Kuala Lumpur based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • When booking your Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAA to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chennai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Sky Terrace KL Tower, Petronas Twin Towers and Warisan Merdeka Tower are popular attractions which should be on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.

  • Johor Bahru is another must-experience destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without experiencing Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.

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