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Sydney.$453 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $453, select.
Sydney.$475 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $475, select.
Sydney.$477 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $477, select.
Sydney.$481 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia X and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $481, select.
Sydney.$486 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $486, select.
Sydney.$486 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $486, select.
Sydney.$491 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Sat, 25 Oct.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $491, select.
Sydney.$493 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Fri, 18 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia X and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $493, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from $496
Jun
from $507
Jul
from $493
Aug
from $453
Sep
from $486
Oct
from $491
Nov
from $481
Dec
from $743
Jan
from $744
Feb
from $618
Mar
from $563
Apr
from $920

Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney

Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Kuala Lumpur to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$453
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time8 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineMalaysia Airlines
Average flights per week138

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney is $453. 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.
8 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney.
Malaysia Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Oman Air fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney.
As of May 2025, there are 138 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Sydney is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney Airport on Monday, 25 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 20 minutes.
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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia X offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 8 hours 15 minutes.

  • Sydney is three hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur and is in the UTC+11 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 28 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, select the 09:10 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:45 with Malaysia Airlines.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your KUL to SYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • AirAsia X offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Sydney — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is AirAsia X.

  • AirAsia X is the most punctual carrier offering KUL to SYD flights.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KUL and SYD:

    • Changi International Airport

    • Ngurah Rai International Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Right now, $243 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $453. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from KUL to SYD, reserve your journey ten months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KUL to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% touch down on time at their destination.

  • To get to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 4 hours 30 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near KUL? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:

  • Pick up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Sydney based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KUL to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Sydney has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among the biggest draws.

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