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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 14,642. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,614 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,614, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,625 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,625, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,712 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul.One-way flight with Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,712, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,020 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,020, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,607 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,607, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,699 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,699, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 7,966 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,966, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 8,359 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,359, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 8,679 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,679, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 9,489 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,489, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 10,101 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with LEVEL.Outbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,101, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 10,856 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,856, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in August.
Mar
from R 7,607
Apr
from R 7,020
May
from R 7,966
Jun
from R 9,489
Jul
from R 6,712
Aug
from R 6,614
Sep
from R 6,625
Oct
from R 8,359
Nov
from R 7,699
Dec
from R 10,101
Jan
from R 10,856
Feb
from R 8,679

Alternative New York to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York 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 7,103
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from R 6,614
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New York to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,614
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from New York 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 New York to Kuala Lumpur is R 13,806. 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 New York to Kuala Lumpur. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 13,806.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur is usually April.
If you're flying from New York, 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 13,806.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur on Thursday, 23 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 26°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kuala Lumpur is ANA (All Nippon Airways) .

Travelling from New York to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • When looking for a flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur, there's a selection of airports you can jet off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are some of New York's main terminals.

  • When landing in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the primary gateways.

  • Kuala Lumpur is 12 hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Allow plenty of time to catch your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap New York to Kuala Lumpur flights if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from New York to Kuala Lumpur is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Getting a cheap flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Lock in a cheap New York to Kuala Lumpur flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Newark Liberty International Airport and Kuala Lumpur:

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • EWR is around 14 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.

  • The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.

  • Make taking an early New York to Kuala Lumpur flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:

  • LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It usually takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel near KUL if you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance of your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • As soon as your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 16 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • After your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur, rest your head at a hotel close to SZB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.

  • Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SZB one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month for a trip to Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • When booking your New York to Kuala Lumpur tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Petronas Twin Towers, Merdeka Square and Central Market Cultural Performances are major attractions which should feature on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've visited Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Travel around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its must-visit sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Any trip through Malaysia isn't complete without visiting Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.

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