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$500+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Kuala Lumpur

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NYC — KUL
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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The best prices from New York to Kuala Lumpur are usually found in September or November, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Kuala Lumpur

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Round-trip from

$897
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One-way from

$500
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Average price

$975
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Cheapest flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2011:30 amEWR - KUL
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/132:15 pmKUL - EWR
2 stops29h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$897
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2711:25 amEWR - KUL
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/2311:35 pmKUL - EWR
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$903
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/207:25 amLGA - KUL
2 stops28h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/157:15 amKUL - LGA
2 stops25h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$905
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/132:00 amJFK - KUL
1 stop40h 00mANA
Mon 9/222:15 pmKUL - JFK
1 stop32h 55mANA
Deal found 1/19$912
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:30 amEWR - KUL
2 stops46h 25mJapan Airlines
Sun 11/1610:50 pmKUL - EWR
2 stops44h 09mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/19$913
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 10/69:30 pmJFK - KUL
2 stops43h 25mJapan Airlines
Tue 11/410:50 pmKUL - JFK
2 stops34h 41mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$913
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 4/2310:00 pmJFK - KUL
3 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 5/1311:20 pmKUL - JFK
3 stops32h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/19$919
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2011:30 amEWR - KUL
1 stop24h 25mANA
Wed 5/147:15 amKUL - EWR
1 stop21h 45mANA
Deal found 1/19$923
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 9/261:30 amJFK - KUL
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2210:50 pmKUL - JFK
2 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$923
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/302:00 amJFK - KUL
1 stop40h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/192:15 pmKUL - JFK
1 stop33h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$933
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/246:00 amLGA - KUL
2 stops36h 00mANA
Fri 5/97:15 amKUL - LGA
2 stops25h 00mANA
Deal found 1/19$935
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:55 pmJFK - KUL
2 stops28h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 6/114:45 pmKUL - JFK
2 stops30h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/20$938

Find flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

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NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Sun 4/20

11:30 am-11:55 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/13

2:15 pm-7:21 am

2 stops29h 06m

$897

New YorkKuala Lumpur

LGA - KUL

LGAKUL

New York LaGuardia

Sun 4/20

7:25 am-11:55 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 5/12

7:15 am-7:58 pm

2 stops24h 43m

$905

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Thu 1/30

11:35 am-5:25 am

1 stop28h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 2/18

2:15 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop40h 00m

$907

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/4

1:05 pm-6:45 am

1 stop28h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 2/25

2:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop33h 15m

$914

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/23

10:00 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops31h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/13

11:20 pm-8:00 pm

3 stops32h 40m

$919

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Sun 4/20

11:30 am-11:55 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 5/15

7:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$923

New YorkKuala Lumpur

LGA - KUL

LGAKUL

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-6:00 am

2 stops36h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/14

7:15 am-8:15 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$935

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/14

8:55 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/11

4:45 pm-11:10 am

2 stops30h 25m

$938

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Sun 2/16

12:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop42h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/10

10:00 am-11:35 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$941

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/17

8:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/24

10:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop38h 15m

$941

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur (average of $977). Flying from New York 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 NYC to KUL?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 January 20, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Kuala Lumpur flight should consider departing on Thursday 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 January 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur, such as Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
737 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Kuala Lumpur. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Kuala Lumpur round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kuala Lumpur, with prices starting at $897. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by ANA and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at $914 and $930, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 21% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur one-way?

    $500 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and ANA, with prices starting from $628 and $630, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Kuala Lumpur are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Kuala Lumpur Intl, Newark - Kuala Lumpur Intl and New York LaGuardia - Kuala Lumpur Intl.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

    The most popular layover on flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur is Singapore. New York to Kuala Lumpur flights stop in Tokyo the next most. Doha comes in third as the most popular layover location on New York to Kuala Lumpur flights.

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

    If you're on a layover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Boat Quay. Those on a layover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Boat Quay can do so by traveling 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their layover in Singapore can rent a car from Singapore Changi for about $114 per day.

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

    Most Tokyo visitors opt to spend their time at Akihabara Electric Town, Roppongi Hills, and Ueno Koen. Akihabara Electric Town, Roppongi Hills and Ueno Koen are located about 34.6 mi, 37.5 mi, and 34.5 mi, respectively from Tokyo Narita if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Tokyo can rent one for about $60 per day.

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

    The majority of Doha visitors spend their time at Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower. Travelers on a layover in Doha can visit Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower, by traveling 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively after landing at Doha Hamad Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Doha can rent a car from Doha Hamad Intl for about $30 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    New York to Kuala Lumpur flights have a layover in Istanbul least often. Istanbul is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur. Frankfurt am Main is followed by Jeddah in terms of the least popular layover location for New York to Kuala Lumpur flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Kuala Lumpur flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur (average of $977). Flying from New York 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 New York to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$746Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Korean AirCheapest$748Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$824Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$853Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$869Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$951Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$967Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$987Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$993Average$1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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