Kuala Lumpur

$440+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kuala Lumpur

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WAS — KUL
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kuala Lumpur (MY1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,036
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$440
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,440
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kuala Lumpur
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kuala Lumpur
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($113 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/154:27 pmBWI - KUL
3 stops31h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/306:05 amKUL - BWI
3 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,036
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Sun 8/1711:00 amIAD - KUL
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 9/22:20 pmKUL - IAD
2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,071
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:00 pmIAD - KUL
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/219:00 pmKUL - IAD
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,082
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Sun 10/269:05 pmIAD - KUL
1 stop23h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 11/12:25 amKUL - IAD
1 stop26h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,086
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Tue 8/195:02 pmDCA - KUL
2 stops32h 23mChina Airlines
Wed 8/272:45 pmKUL - DCA
2 stops42h 14mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,140
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Wed 9/38:23 pmIAD - KUL
2 stops37h 27mKorean Air
Thu 9/1811:10 pmKUL - IAD
2 stops27h 23mKorean Air
Deal found 7/28$1,171
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Mon 10/209:59 amDCA - KUL
3 stops35h 31mSingapore Airlines
Mon 10/276:40 pmKUL - DCA
2 stops37h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,180
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Tue 9/236:59 pmDCA - KUL
2 stops31h 16mEVA Air
Tue 10/283:25 pmKUL - DCA
2 stops38h 33mEVA Air
Deal found 7/27$1,196
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Mon 11/247:00 amBWI - KUL
2 stops41h 25mChina Airlines
Mon 3/22:35 pmKUL - BWI
2 stops40h 20mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,197
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Sun 10/267:06 pmDCA - KUL
2 stops29h 24mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/21:30 pmKUL - DCA
2 stops44h 14mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/29$1,215
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Mon 8/185:00 pmDCA - KUL
2 stops40h 50mKorean Air
Tue 8/2611:20 pmKUL - DCA
2 stops36h 26mKorean Air
Deal found 7/27$1,229
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Sun 8/311:44 pmDCA - KUL
2 stops30h 06mQatar Airways
Thu 9/182:55 amKUL - DCA
2 stops30h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/26$1,255

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BaltimoreKuala Lumpur

BWI - KUL

BWIKUL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/15

4:27 pm-12:05 pm

3 stops31h 38m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/30

6:05 am-7:00 am

3 stops36h 55m

$1,036

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

IAD - KUL

IADKUL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/14

8:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 12/2

7:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,065

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

IAD - KUL

IADKUL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/17

9:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/2

5:00 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$1,070

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

IAD - KUL

IADKUL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/11

9:00 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 9/21

9:00 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$1,082

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

IAD - KUL

IADKUL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/26

9:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 11/1

2:25 am-4:55 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,086

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

IAD - KUL

IADKUL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/10

9:10 pm-8:25 am

1 stop22h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/19

11:45 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,091

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

DCA - KUL

DCAKUL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/19

5:02 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops32h 23m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 8/27

2:45 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops42h 14m

$1,140

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

IAD - KUL

IADKUL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

8:23 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops37h 27m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/18

11:10 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops27h 23m

$1,171

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

DCA - KUL

DCAKUL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/20

9:59 am-9:30 am

3 stops35h 31m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 10/27

6:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$1,180

Washington, D.C.Kuala Lumpur

DCA - KUL

DCAKUL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/23

6:59 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops31h 16m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 10/28

3:25 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops38h 33m

$1,196

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 18 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur (average of $965). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 WAS to KUL?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur?

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air, and ANA from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur is JetBlue. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,065 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Malaysia Airlines, starting at $1,070 and $1,086 round-trip. JetBlue is priced at 13% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $537 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $565 and American Airlines from $590 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur that include hotel bookings?

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur (average of $965). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 8 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$656Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$933Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$956Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$993Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,043Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,327Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,395Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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