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$519+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Kuala Lumpur

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — KUL
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur are usually found in March or September, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from

$904
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$519
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,161
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

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Sat 11/12:05 pmJFK - KUL
1 stop28h 40mANA
Sat 11/88:00 amKUL - JFK
1 stop26h 35mANA
Deal found 2/21$902
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Mon 8/252:00 amJFK - KUL
2 stops47h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/234:50 pmKUL - JFK
2 stops54h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$903
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/11:05 amJFK - KUL
1 stop32h 55mAir China
Sun 3/1612:20 amKUL - JFK
1 stop35h 25mAir China
Deal found 2/21$911
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/91:30 amJFK - KUL
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/2410:25 pmKUL - JFK
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$912
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/149:55 pmJFK - KUL
3 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 3/2711:05 pmKUL - JFK
3 stops32h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/21$915
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/281:35 amJFK - KUL
1 stop28h 45mJapan Airlines
Tue 11/1110:50 pmKUL - JFK
1 stop32h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/21$921
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Tue 5/2010:00 amJFK - KUL
1 stop22h 10mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/198:10 amKUL - JFK
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/21$923
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Wed 4/237:50 pmJFK - KUL
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/218:45 amKUL - JFK
1 stop38h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21$934
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/249:10 pmJFK - KUL
2 stops44h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 5/238:05 pmKUL - JFK
2 stops46h 16mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/20$962
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/133:30 pmJFK - KUL
1 stop28h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 5/49:35 amKUL - JFK
1 stop35h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/21$984
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/311:30 amJFK - KUL
1 stop27h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/1011:30 pmKUL - JFK
2 stops33h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,068
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Fri 2/211:30 amJFK - KUL
2 stops27h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 3/62:25 amKUL - JFK
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,095

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New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/23

1:50 am-12:15 am

1 stop34h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 4/16

7:15 am-10:55 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$904

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/14

9:55 pm-5:15 pm

3 stops31h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 3/27

11:05 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops32h 50m

$915

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/20

10:00 am-8:10 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 6/19

8:10 am-8:35 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$923

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/23

7:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/21

8:45 am-10:55 am

1 stop38h 10m

$934

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/4

12:50 am-10:20 am

2 stops44h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/10

2:15 pm-11:30 am

1 stop33h 15m

$941

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/21

11:55 am-6:00 am

1 stop30h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/11

10:50 pm-10:55 am

2 stops48h 05m

$944

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/24

9:10 pm-5:40 am

2 stops44h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 5/23

8:05 pm-6:21 am

2 stops46h 16m

$962

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/13

3:30 pm-8:10 am

1 stop28h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/4

9:35 am-9:10 am

1 stop35h 35m

$984

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/14

1:55 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 3/27

5:45 pm-11:55 am

1 stop30h 10m

$1,049

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/31

1:30 am-4:45 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 4/10

11:30 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops33h 59m

$1,068

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Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur (average of $977). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JFK to KUL?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur ranges from 4.7 - 11.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Kuala Lumpur when rainfall is around 4.7 in.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kuala Lumpur. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur, such as EVA Air, ANA and Japan Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,199 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

TPE - SEA

The films were difficult to hear over the noise of the airplane engines. Subtitles in ENGLISH would have been great.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,199 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,199 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

TPE - SEA

The films were difficult to hear over the noise of the airplane engines. Subtitles in ENGLISH would have been great.

ANA
8.4
Very good
836 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,199 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

TPE - SEA

The films were difficult to hear over the noise of the airplane engines. Subtitles in ENGLISH would have been great.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,199 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

TPE - SEA

The films were difficult to hear over the noise of the airplane engines. Subtitles in ENGLISH would have been great.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
726 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,199 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

TPE - SEA

The films were difficult to hear over the noise of the airplane engines. Subtitles in ENGLISH would have been great.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,199 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

TPE - SEA

The films were difficult to hear over the noise of the airplane engines. Subtitles in ENGLISH would have been great.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur round-trip?

    Flying on ANA is currently your cheapest option to Kuala Lumpur, with prices starting at $904. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Cathay Pacific, with the lowest prices starting at $915 and $923, respectively. ANA is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $526 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $527 and Etihad Airways from $534 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    Of the flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur that have layovers, most of them stop in Doha. Singapore is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Hong Kong comes next as the third most popular layover location for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Doha?

    Most Doha visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Those landing in Doha looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $30 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Singapore?

    Most Singapore visitors opt to spend their time at Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Geylang Serai New Market. Those on a layover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Geylang Serai New Market can do so by traveling 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 6.9 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their layover in Singapore can rent a car from Singapore Changi for about $103 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong travelers tend to visit Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park, and Shatin Baptist Church more than any other attractions. Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park, and Shatin Baptist Church can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.8 mi, 16.9 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively from Hong Kong Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Hong Kong Intl for an average daily rate of $171 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    Of the flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Istanbul. Jeddah follows Istanbul in terms of the least common layover location on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur flights. Frankfurt am Main comes next as the third least popular layover location for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur (average of $977). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Kuala Lumpur. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$691Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Korean AirCheapest$748Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$841Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$853Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$872Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$949Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$958Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$967Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$987Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,039Average$1,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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