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$438+ Cheap flights to Malaysia

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Flights to Malaysia in 2025

Find the latest flights to Malaysia in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on June 12, 2025.

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,383

Round-trip from

$818

One-way from

$438
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Fri 8/2911:55 amEWR - KUL
1 stop45h 00mAir India
Sun 9/148:05 amKUL - EWR
1 stop35h 30mAir India
Deal found 6/9$818
Tue 9/21:30 pmJFK - PEN
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/309:55 amPEN - JFK
2 stops49h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$894
Fri 10/179:45 pmEWR - KUL
3 stops31h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/611:05 pmKUL - EWR
3 stops33h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$902
Wed 10/2210:00 pmJFK - KUL
3 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/1611:05 pmKUL - JFK
3 stops32h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/10$922
Thu 9/48:55 pmJFK - PEN
2 stops29h 30mSingapore Airlines
Thu 9/114:55 pmPEN - JFK
2 stops30h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/12$929
Wed 10/1510:40 pmJFK - KUL
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/249:50 amKUL - JFK
1 stop42h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/12$945

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Locate flights to Malaysia that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on June 12, 2025.
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Depart

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Price

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Fri 8/29

11:55 am-8:55 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 9/14

8:05 am-7:35 am

1 stop35h 30m

$818

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/2

1:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Penang Intl

Tue 9/30

9:55 am-10:55 pm

2 stops49h 00m

$894

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Fri 10/17

9:45 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops31h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/6

11:05 pm-7:15 pm

3 stops33h 10m

$902

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/22

10:00 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops31h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 11/16

11:05 pm-7:00 pm

3 stops32h 55m

$922

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/4

8:55 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Penang Intl

Thu 9/11

4:55 pm-11:10 am

2 stops30h 15m

$929

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/15

10:40 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 10/24

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop35h 10m

$945

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/3

11:55 am-8:55 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/11

8:05 am-7:35 am

1 stop35h 30m

$949

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/23

12:35 am-5:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 10/1

10:50 am-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$955

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK - KUL

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/15

1:30 pm-6:00 am

1 stop28h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 12/17

2:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop33h 15m

$963

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/3

1:55 am-6:40 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Penang Intl

Thu 9/11

7:30 am-8:35 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$964

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Malaysia

How long is the flight to Malaysia?

On average, a flight from New York to Malaysia takes 31 hours 6 minutes. Flights to Malaysia from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Malaysia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Malaysia. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Malaysia should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Thursday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Rainfall in Malaysia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malaysia 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 Malaysia when rainfall is around 4.7 in.

Temperature in Malaysia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malaysia, 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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Malaysia?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Malaysia in the last few years. This data was updated on June 12, 2025.
The most popular places in Malaysia to fly to are Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu and George Town.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malaysia. 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 Malaysia. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines to Malaysia to help guide your decision. 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
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
738 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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

FAQs about flying to Malaysia

What is good to know if travelling to Malaysia?

  • If your Malaysia flight touches down in Kuala Lumpur, spend at least a few days meandering through the energetic Malaysian capital city. A wide array of architectural wonder provides a feast for the eyes. Spend the cash you saved on a cheap flight to Malaysia on souvenirs in the art-deco buildings of the Central Market, where you can find gorgeous batik prints, or gaze at the top of the world-renowned Petronas Twin Towers, which stand over the city at a whopping 88 stories.
  • Get your feet wet after your flight to Malaysia touches down with a trip to the beach! The Langkawi Archipelago offers some of the most sought-after resorts in Southeast Asia, with coral reefs, pristine waters and immaculate beaches.
  • The island of Borneo is divided and governed by three different countries, and Malaysi’’s territory consists of the provinces of Sabah and Sarawak. Both regions have hordes of tourists booking flights to Malaysia for a chance to surround themselves with the natural beauty of Borneo’s ancient rainforests, and scuba enthusiasts from around the world head to Sipadan Island for a glimpse at rare sea turtles and schools of barracuda amid breathtaking coral gardens.
  • Malaysia’s history as a British colony is present in modern day Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square, home to the world’s largest flagpole at 328 feet, was built to commemorate Malaysian independence in 1957, and the well-preserved examples of British architecture can be spotted throughout the city. Lake Gardens will provide you with a relaxing retreat after your flight to Malaysia as it did for British administrators throughout the colonial period. The massive expanse of Lake Gardens overflows with a variety of native foliage that stun the senses, and photographers will have a field day shooting the serene surroundings.

  • What is the climate like in Malaysia?

    Malaysia has a typical tropical climate with an average temperature of 86 F and little seasonal change. The rainy season lasts from the end of October, when the monsoons arrive, until the beginning of May.

  • When is the best time to fly to Malaysia?

    Whether you’re spending a rowdy night out in Kuala Lumpur or relaxing on the beaches of southern Malaysia, there’s no wrong time to book your flight to Malaysia. Peak Season: Malaysia cheap flights are scarce from May until October, when the monsoons subside and Malaysia lays sun-soaked in the tropical heat. Off-Peak Season: Monsoon season lasts from the middle of October through the beginning of April. Though the rain tends to drive tourists away, this half of the year is when you’ll find cheap flights to Malaysia. Malaysia hosts a variety of festivals throughout monsoon season to make up for the dreary weather, including Thaipusam, a vibrant Hindu procession in January; Chinese New Year celebrations in February, the Langkawi Water Festival in April.

  • What is the best way to travel around Malaysia?

    As a popular destination for foreign tourists, Malaysia has honed its network of air-conditioned busses to service all states in Peninsular Malaysia. The schedules are dependable, the rates are reasonable and the seating onboard is comfortable, making travel within Malaysia easily manageable for out-of-towners who aren’t ready to rent a car and drive around the country themselves.  If you do happen to crave a little road time after your flight to Malaysia, keep in mind that Malaysians drive on the left side of the road and that an international driving license is required of all foreign tourists. The following chart gives approximate journey times from Kuala Lumpur (in hours and minutes) to other major cities and towns in Malaysia.AirRoadRailPenang0.455.009.30Alor Setar0.457.007.30Johor Bahru0.353.006.00Singapore0.456.007.00

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Malaysia if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Malaysia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Malaysia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Malaysia.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Malaysia?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Malaysia. One-way flights to Kuala Lumpur Intl typically cost $9, while round-trip flights cost around $13.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Malaysia?

    A round-trip flight to Malaysia will typically cost around $48, however they can be found for as little as $19.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Malaysia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Malaysia, San Francisco offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Kuala Lumpur Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kuala Lumpur Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kuala Lumpur Intl?

    Yes. Kuala Lumpur Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Plaza Premium Lounge Klia 2 is the closest property to Kuala Lumpur Intl (0.0 mi away from Kuala Lumpur Intl).

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