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Flight deals from Wellington Airport to Kuala Lumpur

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Wellington Airport to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 16,972. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,309 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,309, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,806 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,806, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 6,996 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Wellington on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,996, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 8,190 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Wellington on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,190, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 8,316 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Wellington on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,316, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 8,432 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Wellington on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,432, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 9,901 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar.One-way flight with EVA Air.Outbound indirect flight with EVA Air, departs from Wellington on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,901, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 9,928 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr.One-way flight with EVA Air.Outbound indirect flight with EVA Air, departs from Wellington on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,928, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 11,691 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Wellington on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,691, select.
Kuala Lumpur.R 11,697 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Wellington on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,697, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wellington to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in May.
Jan
from R 6,996
Feb
from R 8,432
Mar
from R 9,901
Apr
from R 9,928
May
from R 6,309
Jun
from R 6,806
Jul
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Aug
from R 8,316
Sep
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Oct
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Nov
from R 8,190
Dec
from R 11,691

Alternative Wellington to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Wellington 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 6,979
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from R 6,309
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Wellington to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,309
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Wellington 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 Wellington to Kuala Lumpur is R 13,403. 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 Wellington to Kuala Lumpur. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 13,403.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from Wellington to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Kuala Lumpur is usually March.
If you're flying from Wellington 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 13,403.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Wellington 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 January, the average temperature is usually around 25°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, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

Flying from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is five hours behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your WLG to Kuala Lumpur flight.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.

  • The journey from central Wellington to WLG takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a hotel close to WLG? If you've booked an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to Wellington International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.62% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Kuala Lumpur

  • R 6,309 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 13,403. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from WLG to Kuala Lumpur, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across each month and walk away with an epic deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from WLG to Kuala Lumpur by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the centre of Kuala Lumpur takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 64 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel near KUL if you have a late flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and see more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from WLG to Kuala Lumpur.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is around 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. Following your flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your WLG to Kuala Lumpur flight:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from SZB one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • Before you book your flights from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Kuala Lumpur offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • When booking your Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket, 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).

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

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Wellington International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, browse our range of hotels including:

  • Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Central Market Cultural Performances.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.

  • Around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.

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