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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Malaysia

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Penang
Penang1 stop$940
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu2 stops$828
Penang
Penang1 stop$940
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu2 stops$828

Book Cheap John F Kennedy Intl to Malaysia Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Malaysia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Malaysia

Sun, May 10 - Wed, Jun 10
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:00 am
JFK
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KUL
28h 30m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 11:00 am
KUL
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JFK
32h 45m
1 stop
$808United Airlines
Sun, Apr 5 - Wed, May 6
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:55 am - 4:40 pm
JFK
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KUL
26h 45m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:45 am - 1:10 pm
KUL
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JFK
22h 25m
1 stop
$811Cathay Pacific
Sun, May 10 - Thu, Jun 11
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:00 am
JFK
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KUL
28h 30m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 10:55 pm
KUL
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JFK
27h 40m
1 stop
$817United Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 10
ANA Logo
1:05 pm - 6:45 am
JFK
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KUL
28h 40m
1 stop
ANA Logo
2:15 pm - 11:30 am
KUL
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JFK
33h 15m
1 stop
$827ANA
Mon, Mar 30 - Thu, Apr 16
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 9:25 am
JFK
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PEN
24h 30m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 11:10 am
PEN
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JFK
29h 50m
2 stops
$953Singapore Airlines
Mon, Mar 30 - Wed, Apr 15
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 9:25 am
JFK
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PEN
24h 30m
2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 11:10 am
PEN
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JFK
29h 50m
2 stops
$954Singapore Airlines
Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 26
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 am - 6:45 pm
JFK
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JHB
52h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
9:40 am - 10:20 pm
JHB
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JFK
49h 40m
2 stops
$1,292Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 26
Qatar Airways Logo
10:20 am - 6:45 pm
JFK
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JHB
43h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
9:40 am - 10:20 pm
JHB
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JFK
49h 40m
2 stops
$1,293Qatar Airways
Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 18
Emirates Logo
10:20 pm - 4:45 pm
JFK
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LGK
30h 25m
3 stops
Emirates Logo
8:05 pm - 6:55 pm
LGK
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JFK
58h 50m
3 stops
$1,361Emirates
Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 18
Emirates Logo
10:20 pm - 4:45 pm
JFK
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LGK
30h 25m
3 stops
Emirates Logo
8:05 pm - 6:55 pm
LGK
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JFK
58h 50m
3 stops
$1,410Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for John F Kennedy Intl to Malaysia flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Malaysia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Malaysia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Malaysia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Malaysia is January, when tickets cost $934 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,653 and $1,496 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Malaysia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Malaysia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Malaysia, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$394
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kuala Lumpur

FAQs - booking Malaysia flights

  • Should I obtain a visa before I fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Malaysia?

    If you are going to be traveling to Malaysia on vacation and you do not plan on spending more than 90 days in the country, there is no need to get a visa before your trip. This is also applicable to those who are traveling on business. It is important to remember that you travel with a valid passport and make sure that the passport remains valid for at least 180 days beyond your date of arrival in Malaysia.

  • What is the easiest way to get from John F. Kennedy International Airport John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)?

    One of the quickest ways to make this trip is to travel on a one-stop flight that utilizes both Singapore Airlines and Scoot Airlines, and has a layover at Singapore Changi International Airport. You could also use AirAsia for the second leg of this trip if you so desire.

  • Which airlines on this route offer specialized meals for those with a limited diet?

    Etihad Airways offers a variety of specialized meals for passengers with special dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, low-fat, and low-salt options. They also have special meals for passengers with religious or medical dietary restrictions, such as Halal, Kosher, and diabetic meals. Passengers can request their special meal at the time of booking or at least 24 h before their flight departure time. Etihad Airways strives to offer a comfortable and enjoyable flying experience for all its passengers.

  • What is a good airline choice on this route for environmentally conscious travelers?

    Emirates is committed to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact. The airline has implemented a number of initiatives to achieve this, such as investing in fuel-efficient aircraft, implementing a comprehensive recycling program, and reducing single-use plastics on board its flights. Emirates also works with local communities to support conservation efforts and reduce its carbon footprint. Additionally, the airline has set a goal to become carbon neutral by 2050, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable air travel.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Malaysia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Malaysia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Malaysia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Malaysia is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Malaysia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Malaysia with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Malaysia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Malaysia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Malaysia

  • A popular destination airport in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). From John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), one of the quickest trips between these two airports is the one-stop flight of Singapore Airlines, which has a layover at Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN).
  • When you are looking for the best way to get from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), the one-stop flight that utilizes Cathay Pacific and Air Asia and has a layover at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is a very quick option.
  • If you have an early morning flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport, you might consider staying the night at the TWA Hotel, which has direct access to Terminal 5 using the airport's AirTrain system.
  • Passengers looking for the best route to Penang International Airport (PEN) from John F. Kennedy International Airport should consider the one-stop route by airlines such as Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.
  • Travelers flying with Etihad from John F. Kennedy International Airport will find a comfortable place to wait for their flight to Malaysia in this airline's lounge location inside Terminal 4.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from John F Kennedy Intl to Malaysia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from John F Kennedy Intl to Malaysia? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1440 reviews
8.3Boarding
8.0Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.8Food
8.6Crew
Airline reviews

Food was served to different people at different times and it wasn't clear why. The crew apologized for the wait. But it felt odd and inconsistent. They could use charging ports on each of the seats. Mine didn't have any. Also, they could've offered more snacks. It was a 12+ hour flight and no snacks were ever offered. Everything else was OK.

10.0 ExcellentJaysin, Jan 2026
SGN - SIN
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Food was served to different people at different times and it wasn't clear why. The crew apologized for the wait. But it felt odd and inconsistent. They could use charging ports on each of the seats. Mine didn't have any. Also, they could've offered more snacks. It was a 12+ hour flight and no snacks were ever offered. Everything else was OK.

Excellent service. I pre-ordered gluten intolerant meal and they handle it with care. They served me my meal before other people's to avoid crossed contamination. Thank you 🙏

I wish there was a little more leg room between the seats. The recline was good and seats overall were comfortable. I also didn’t like the 2-4-2 configuration.

The flight arrived on time. 2×2 seating meant no one needed to sit in the middle. This was a connectibf flight from Singapore and required going to 3 counters in different levels to check a golf bag

toilets could be cleaned more frequently, everything else was pretty good.

The flight crew was phenominal! We couldn't have asked for any better. They were experienced professionals.

Wish the seat don’t have restrictions, can’t fully insert backpack all the way inside.

Wish the underseat compartment don’t have a restriction, can fit a personal item such as backpack fully like most Boeing

I have difficulties to book wheelchair for my parents returned flight

I was in a middle seat where I felt a bit too cramped otherwise the trip was good

I didn't have much experience with Cathay Pacific airlines because of delay and missed connections, the bulk of the trip was on Japan Airlines.

Flight delayed first from bad weather, then after boarding there was a problem with the plane. We had to get off and onto another plane...connections were missed and the trip took an additional 10 hours!! Pre-paid seatting was not honored due ro last minute carrier changes. Most of the trip was on Japan Airline.

Vegetarian options should be included with every meal. Even just simple steamed vegetables and whole grains would capture a wide audience.

The bed was alright in business class. Food variety and quality were not up to the mark compared to the business class airfare.

Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

The experience was efficient, on time, and provided great service.

Trip was fine. My only complaint was that when the passenger in front of me reclined her seat (which was, in essence, the whole flight except landing and take-off,) it was uncomfortably claustrophobic for me and very difficult for my husband to get in and out of his window seat. Also uncomfortable to watch the entertainment because the screen was right in your face.

My flight was suppose to be at 7:45pm to fly but it didnt fly out until 8:55 to dallas so then all of my other flights was late and delay ihad to wait at the airport for extra 14 hours to be able to get on a different plane

There were delays at boarding and landing. These events resulted in a tight transfer time in HK. Poor signage for transfers. Finally, lost luggage at final destination.

It was good. The planes needed to be updated though, they were dated and the entertainment systems were old. Service was amazing. The pre-booked meals were lacklustre.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

I was travelling 3.5 years after. Agree Economy is no business class but the food was mediocre. Ordered a Hindu meal, the salads were bitter . The food was really below quality and had no tast from what I had in the past. Indian Railways probably have a better quality food when compared. However the kids meal was really nice and really appreciate how they were taken care of. The restrooms were dirty .

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

From the start of my vacation at Logan Airport, Boston it was chaotic. I'm praying my flight home is better .I'm grateful that we landed safe

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

Was so disappointing. Business class with no TV, uncomfortable seats. Had much higher expectations.

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

It’s a business class ticket but they didn’t give a lounge access

I paid 44 $ for seat upgrade (22D) and my seat was stack in high position for all the 6 hours of flight. I don't recommend the upgrade. I am looking to get my upgrade payment back

Crew was amazing as usual. Very comfortable for a 13hour flight. Check in at ATL was terrible. Ticket counter charged me $200 for a small bag. Apparently Kayak sold me a zero luggage ticket. No carry on no checked. So the check in desk charged me a bullshit $200 dollar fee for a small gym bag weighing less than 20lbs. In true 3rd party ticket buying. This will turn into a finger pointing process between Kayak and Etihad. Now I'm going to have to ship my bag back in the mail a day ahead of my return flight.

The flight from Abu Dabhi to Bangalore was terrible. The plane was an order model with no onboard entertainment. The beverage selection were very limited.

My baggage was not boarded and is still missing. I was only carring one piece of luggage and that is misplaced now I am stuck at mumbai without luggage. I had an onward journey from here

My, Syed Zawar Hussein Shirazi frequently flyer membership number was not included on my boarding pass from O’Hare to Istanbul despite my reminder to the attendant at check in. Further she forgot to give me my boarding pass form Istanbul to Lahore and she needs to improve her customer service, please 🙏

Everything about that day was great I was happy with how things went as a first time traveling with the airline thank you for all that you’ve doing by taking us there to our various destinations thanks.

They oversold the tickets by one which was my ticket so I didn’t have a ticket till last second

Not good. I was supposed to be in Mint but got in economy class

Service was slow and checked bag was off last evening when flying business

Turkish Airline canceled our tickets in the very last minute, with our luggage and everything else, all prepared and good to go. It’s clear that they sold the tickets for better money to someone else. Bad, Bad, Bad business!!!

Awful seating. Bad food. Staff only have one bottle of water and no cans.

it was like a banya -so hot... They did provide a great experience with special food. one toilet broke midflight In general it was a peaceful and relaxing flight - for business class it was good.

Chicago to Istanbul was a much better experience than I expected since I’m more accustomed to Qatar Airways business class. The business lounge in the Istanbul airport was amazing - loved the lockers and phone charging stations, and the bathroom was a spa experience in itself. The onward leg from Istanbul to Karachi was utterly disappointing. Terrible plane, and I felt like I was in economy - the seats don’t come near to lying flat and the food was mediocre. What a sad downgrade - it isn’t as though the ticket on that leg was cheaper. So, on that front, there’s no contest with Qatar airways.

Second leg of Turkish Airline with Indigo is disaster for following reason. 1) You have to carry your cabin bags through ladder to boeing 777 because it was parked somewhere in parking lot and was not given a gate to board passengers and this seems to be people traveling to and fro from those flights and is not issue with flight itself. 2) I choose non vegetarian food on Turkish portal way ahead of checkin to entire trip, However the Indigo flight gave me random veg food saying they code veg food code from Turkish. 3) Indigo did not served any alcoholic beverages stating some weird reason which is non nonsensical. 4)Indigo have TV screens in front of you but it displays nothing except "Welcome Onboard" with annoying white black ground in dark flight. This is the most stupidest and annoying part because you are held hostage for 7 hours and only thing you could do is stare back at white screen which does not have entertainment package or even flight tracker. Such a shame.

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