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Kuala Lumpur.$1,391 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,391, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$1,391 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 22 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,391, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$1,393 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,393, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$1,393 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Feb.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,393, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$1,393 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,393, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$1,418 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan, returning Thu, 29 Jan.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,418, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$1,420 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,420, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$1,420 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 11 Oct.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,420, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $1,391
Jun
from $1,685
Jul
from $2,059
Aug
from $1,858
Sep
from $1,420
Oct
from $1,420
Nov
from $1,393
Dec
from $1,470
Jan
from $1,418
Feb
from $1,393
Mar
from $1,436
Apr
from $2,037

Alternative New York to Kuala Lumpur routes

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New York to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,391
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur is $1,391. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Kuala Lumpur. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,391.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from New York to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.8 km away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from $1,391.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Kuala Lumpur. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kuala Lumpur is Ethiopian Airlines .

Flying from New York to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • Planning your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your holiday. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's major entry points.

  • The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of New York.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like spring break, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap New York to Kuala Lumpur flights if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from New York to Kuala Lumpur is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.

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Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:

    • Auckland Airport (AKL)

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight, browse these options when leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur? Kick back in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.

  • Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:

  • With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving when they should, LGA is a reliable starting point for your trip.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and find adventure across Kuala Lumpur and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance of your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • After your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 16 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near SZB. Settle in and get cosy after your New York to Kuala Lumpur flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran make picking up a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Lock in the best price by booking your ride from SZB one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month for a trip to Kuala Lumpur. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • When booking your New York to Kuala Lumpur tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Kuala Lumpur

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've visited Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Travel around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its must-visit sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Any trip through Malaysia isn't complete without visiting Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.

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