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Cheapest round-trip
$921
Typical prices: $860-$1,260
ANA
Fri 8/31Sun 9/16
EWR - KUL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$480
Typical prices: $479-$791
Delta
Mon 9/3
EWR - KUL • 2 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between New York and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $848 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 22h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur (NYC-KUL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Kuala Lumpur

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 16
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9:15 am - 12:05 amEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
26h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Narita
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2:15 pm - 5:40 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
39h 25m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$921ANA
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14
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6:00 am - 9:50 pmEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Incheon Intl
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11:20 pm - 3:59 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
28h 39m2 stops Incheon Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$922Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14
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6:00 am - 9:50 pmEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Incheon Intl
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11:20 pm - 3:59 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
28h 39m2 stops Incheon Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$922Delta
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 16
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11:40 am - 12:05 amEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
24h 25m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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2:15 pm - 5:40 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
39h 25m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$923ANA
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Feb 8
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1:40 pm - 1:35 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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2:55 am - 12:00 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$940Cathay Pacific
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Dec 13
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2:55 pm - 4:40 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
37h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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5:50 pm - 5:45 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$940Cathay Pacific
Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 9
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10:20 pm - 8:25 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 am - 8:35 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$943Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19
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10:00 pm - 8:05 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:40 pm - 8:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$943Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 8 - Sun, Sep 13
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2:00 am - 6:00 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 00m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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2:15 pm - 11:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 45m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$949United Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 13
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2:00 am - 6:00 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 00m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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2:15 pm - 11:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 45m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$949United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport start at $921. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $860 to $1,260. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $921 on ANA.

What is the cheapest New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight route?

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) is the cheapest New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport route, averaging $765 round-trip. Other New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport routes average $987, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport at $879 round-trip.
  • December ($1,446) and July ($1,399) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$480
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flight from Newark Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

When to book flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur

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

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

  • Which facilities are available at John F. Kennedy International, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport to passengers awaiting their flights?

    At John F. Kennedy International, you can spend the waiting time browsing the many gift shops, bookstores and designer outlets; squeeze in an exercise session at the fitness facilities; relax in the lounges; or spend some quiet time in the chapel. At Newark Liberty International Airport, you can grab a meal or drink at the restaurants and cafeterias; take advantage of the shoeshine services; or keep your pets occupied at the Pet Relief Area. LaGuardia Airport offers an express spa in Terminal C, plus comfortable rest rooms in all the terminals.

  • Are there any accommodation options at Kuala Lumpur International?

    Sometimes flights arrive late at night or in the early morning hours, and you're too exhausted to travel into the destination city. Kuala Lumpur International provides two hotels on site. The Sama-Sama Express Hotel KLIA offers a comfortable overnight stay, while the Sama-Sama Hotel KL International Airport is a five-star establishment with a more luxurious setting.

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

    Flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $946 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,090, a difference of $144. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are KLCC Park, Petronas Towers and Suria KLCC. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 9,413 miles.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 5% above the route average of $1,013. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    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 New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $507, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 12m, compared with 23h 31m via Tokyo Narita (NRT) and 23h 32m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is 12 hours ahead of New York (Malaysia Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL)?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Paradise
    · Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    · SEIYON Rent a Car
    · Europcar
    · GREEN MOTION

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

    Round-trip flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport range from $860 to $1,260, with an average of $1,013 over the past 12 months. Anything below $860 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $946 - about $144 less than Saturday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $879 round-trip in that month - typically $567 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • Flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur International (KUL) launch from either John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA). There are unfortunately no direct flights from John F. Kennedy International and Newark Liberty International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International, but one stopover at airports such as Singapore Changi (SIN) and London Heathrow (LHR). Flights from LaGuardia Airport to Kuala Lumpur International via American Airlines are cheaper, but the duration is much longer – over 40h – with two stopovers in between.
  • Travelling between terminals at both John F. Kennedy International and Newark Liberty International Airport is easy. At John F. Kennedy International, board the AirTrain JFK – it's an 8min journey. At Newark Liberty International Airport, there are free shuttle buses and the AirTrain Newark. LaGuardia Airport has a complimentary shuttle service between terminals.
  • Business travellers have everything they require at John F. Kennedy International. There are computers, photocopiers and courier services available at all the terminals. At Newark Liberty International Airport, you'll find several lounges at all three terminals, with comfortable seating in a quiet setting that's ideal for catching up with emails and the latest news channels. Similarly, LaGuardia Airport also has comfortable lounges at Terminals B, C and D for your convenience.

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