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Cheapest round-trip
$760
Typical prices: $872-$1,258
Air India
Thu 3/29Fri 4/13
EWR - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$379
Typical prices: $477-$792
Air India
Fri 3/16
EWR - KUL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York and Kuala Lumpur. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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LGA - KUL
Cheapest • 10% average savings
JFK - KUL
Most popular
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 15% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Tokyo Haneda (HND)
Cheapest • Avg $942 (round-trip)
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL)
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, Mar 29 - Tue, Apr 13
Air India Logo
11:30 am - 10:00 pmEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
11:00 pm - 9:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
46h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$760Air India
Tue, Mar 30 - Tue, Apr 13
Air India Logo
11:30 am - 10:00 pmEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
11:00 pm - 9:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
46h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$760Air India
Wed, Mar 31 - Mon, Apr 12
United Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 6:00 amEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
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2:15 pm - 5:45 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
39h 30m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$834United Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 31
United Airlines Logo
11:24 am - 6:45 amEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
30h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 3:15 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
38h 00m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$834United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sun, Apr 11
ANA Logo
1:30 pm - 6:45 amEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
2:15 pm - 5:45 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
39h 30m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$841ANA
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 10
ANA Logo
10:55 am - 12:25 amEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
24h 30m1 stop Tokyo Narita
ANA Logo
8:05 am - 7:50 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
24h 45m2 stops Tokyo Narita Chicago O'Hare Intl
$843ANA
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 5:20 pmEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 10:30 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$843Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 29 - Tue, Apr 6
Korean Air Logo
8:00 am - 9:50 pmEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
49h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Incheon Intl
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11:20 pm - 11:39 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
36h 19m2 stops Incheon Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$844Korean Air
Tue, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 11
Korean Air Logo
8:26 am - 9:50 pmEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
49h 24m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:20 pm - 2:44 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
27h 24m2 stops Incheon Intl Boston Logan Intl
$844Korean Air
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 6:35 amEWR  Newark-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
41h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 10:30 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-EWR Newark
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$847Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Kuala Lumpur flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur typically range from $872 to $1,258. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $760, on Air India.

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

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) is the cheapest New York to Kuala Lumpur route, averaging $986 round-trip. Other New York to Kuala Lumpur routes average $1,125, 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?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Kuala Lumpur at $878 round-trip.
•July ($1,398) and December ($1,390) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur the cheapest?

Flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for New York to Kuala Lumpur flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$379
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur takes 00m, covering 9,385 miles.

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

    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 much should I expect to pay for a New York to Kuala Lumpur flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur range from $872 to $1,258, with an average of $1,028 over the past 12 months. Anything below $872 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $1,028 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from New York to Kuala Lumpur looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York to Kuala Lumpur are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $417, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Kuala Lumpur?

    Since Kuala Lumpur is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Kuala Lumpur Subang Airport (SZB) — daily rates averaging $44:

    • Suria Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Agtran
    • Thrifty

    Near Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) — daily rates averaging $34:

    • Paradise
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • Europcar
    • SEIYON Rent a Car
    • R&R Rent A Car

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

    Flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA), with arrivals available at Kuala Lumpur area airports such as Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and Kuala Lumpur Subang (SZB).

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

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

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $983 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,086, a difference of $103.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 12m, compared with 23h 03m via Tokyo Narita (NRT) and 23h 49m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

    Kuala Lumpur 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 popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kuala Lumpur are KLCC Park, Petronas Towers and Sunway Lagoon Theme Park. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking New York to Kuala Lumpur flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $983, about $103 less than Saturday fares (9% 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 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Kuala Lumpur trip for January. Fares historically average $878 round-trip in that month - typically $520 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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