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Cheapest round-trip
$428
Typical prices: $440-$637
Batik Air, Scoot
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
KUL - SYD • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$446
Typical prices: $462-$663
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Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
KUL - SYD • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air and others. Average duration is 8h 23m.
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Most punctual • 97% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $360 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney (KUL-SYD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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8:40 am - 8:00 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 20mnonstop
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2:00 pm - 9:45 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$428Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:40 am - 8:00 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 20mnonstop
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1:25 pm - 4:15 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
29h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$443Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 25
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8:40 am - 8:00 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 20mnonstop
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8:05 pm - 8:55 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$444Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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8:40 am - 8:00 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 20mnonstop
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9:50 am - 3:45 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
8h 55mnonstop
$446Batik Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:35 pm - 6:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 20mnonstop
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9:50 am - 3:45 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
8h 55mnonstop
$495Batik Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:35 pm - 6:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 20mnonstop
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9:50 am - 3:45 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
8h 55mnonstop
$496Batik Air
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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10:00 pm - 8:20 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 20mnonstop
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10:45 am - 4:55 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
9h 10mnonstop
$559AirAsia X
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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10:00 pm - 8:20 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 20mnonstop
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10:45 am - 4:55 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
9h 10mnonstop
$561AirAsia X
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, May 24
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10:40 pm - 10:20 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 40mnonstop
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9:15 am - 4:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
8h 45mnonstop
$738Malaysia Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12
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10:40 pm - 10:20 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
8h 40mnonstop
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9:55 am - 4:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
9h 05mnonstop
$743Malaysia Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney at $459 round-trip.
  • January ($670) and December ($619) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney the cheapest?

Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$206
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Are there onsite hotels located at Sydney Airport?

    Located just outside the international terminal is the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel, which offers travellers a comfortable place to spend the night if they arrive late and want to wait until the morning to travel into the city.

  • What are the transportation options from Sydney Airport?

    In addition to rental cars, taxis, and private transfers, travellers can choose to use the simple and quick public transportation options available at the airport. A train station conveniently located just outside the international terminal has trains every 10 min to the city centre. Alternatively, bus route 400 passes through the international terminal, taking passengers to the city centre. For both the bus and train, travellers must purchase an Opal card, either in the respective stations or inside the airport at Newslink or WH Smith bookshops, which allows travel on trains, buses, ferries, and light rails within Sydney and the surrounding areas.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights?

    Among airlines operating Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights:

    • Batik Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Malaysia Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    4 airlines operate flights between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Sydney. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Malaysia Airlines
    • Batik Air
    • Turkish Airlines
    • AirAsia X

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney usually depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Batik Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • AirAsia X: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Malaysia Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $360 round-trip via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), compared to $539 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $26–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    The Airbus A330 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Batik Air and AirAsia X. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 95% of one-stop connections
    • Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl (CGK) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $480 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $548, a difference of $68. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 48 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, night flights for 20%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sydney?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Darling Harbour, Sydney Opera House and Circular Quay. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:40 am and lands at 5:03 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:45 pm and lands at 8:08 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 23m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 19% above the route average of $507. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney takes 8h 23m, covering 4,089 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $323, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does AirAsia’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights?

    AirAsia is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while AirAsia X has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights are:

    • AirAsia: 97% on time
    • AirAsia X: 93% on time
    • Malaysia Airlines: 86% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 88% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Flying via Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 56m, compared with 11h 23m via Melbourne (MEL) and 12h 17m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Sydney?

    Sydney is 2 hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Bargain Car Rentals
    · East Coast Car Rentals
    · EverythingFleet
    · YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
    · No Birds

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney range from $440 to $637, with an average of $507 over the past 12 months. Anything below $440 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $480 - about $68 less than Saturday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney trip for August. Fares historically average $459 round-trip in that month - typically $211 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, AirAsia is the strongest pick on this route. 97% of AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 88%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 48 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $360 round-trip on this route - about $179 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
    - ibis budget Sydney Airport
    - Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
    - Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport
  • The long flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sydney Airport (SYD) is made hassle-free, relaxing, and even fun with the passenger services provided by each airport. While waiting to catch your flight to Sydney, take a relaxing stroll through Kuala Lumpur’s indoor rainforest – the Jungle Boardwalk – where you can soak up the humidity and heat while listening to the natural sounds of animals and rain. You can also prepare yourself for the flight by heading to the Wellness Spa and taking advantage of their relaxing spa and massage services.
  • On arrival at Sydney Airport, passengers can take advantage of shower facilities located in the international terminal, to freshen up before passing through customs and border control.
  • For anyone travelling with children, the airport is also child-friendly, with designated play areas located throughout the international terminal and a separate lane for security proceedings.
  • If Sydney is not your final destination and you need to transfer to another flight, make sure you leave enough time to catch a shuttle from one terminal to another and to pass through a second security check.

Prefer to fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

AirAsia X,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia X,Malaysia Airlines

Tuesday

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

AirAsia X,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

AirAsia X,Batik Air, +2 more

Thursday

AirAsia X,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

AirAsia X,Batik Air, +2 more

Friday

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia X,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia X,Malaysia Airlines

Sunday

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

AirAsia X,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia X,Batik Air, +1 more

Tuesday

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

AirAsia X,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

AirAsia X,Batik Air, +2 more

Thursday

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia X,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

AirAsia X,Batik Air, +2 more

Saturday

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

Sunday

AirAsia X,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines, +1 more

AirAsia X,Batik Air, +2 more

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