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Cheapest round-trip
$873
Typical prices: $1,087-$1,678
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/1Tue 10/23
IAD - KUL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$436
Typical prices: $602-$753
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/1
IAD - KUL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAD - KUL
Cheapest • 12% average savings
DCA - KUL
Most popular
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Beijing Capital (PEK)
Cheapest • Avg $922 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 25h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur (WAS-KUL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur

Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 5:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
42h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
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11:15 pm - 8:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
45h 40m3 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$873Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 5:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
42h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:15 pm - 8:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
45h 40m3 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$885Ethiopian Air
Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Nov 18
Etihad Airways Logo
3:10 pm - 7:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:30 am - 9:05 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$898Etihad Airways
Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 12
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2:35 pm - 7:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:30 am - 9:05 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$915Etihad Airways
Fri, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 25
Korean Air Logo
11:50 am - 10:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
45h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
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11:55 pm - 10:50 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
$920Korean Air
Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 16
Korean Air Logo
11:50 am - 10:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
45h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:55 pm - 9:50 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
$956Korean Air
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Qatar Airways Logo
11:05 am - 8:40 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:00 pm - 3:40 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
35h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Doha Hamad Intl
$1,047Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 12
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10:30 am - 11:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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7:55 pm - 8:10 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,065Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 5:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
31h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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10:10 am - 7:25 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
46h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,122Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 8:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
30h 00m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 7:25 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
46h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,134Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport start at $873. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,087 to $1,678. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $873 on Ethiopian Air.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight route?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport route, averaging $1,221 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport routes average $1,557, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport at $1,014 round-trip.
•December ($2,287) and June ($1,382) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 125% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$436
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,097 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,411, a difference of $314. 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 Sunway Lagoon Theme Park. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 56% above the route average of $1,228. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 9,552 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $945, which is 37% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 25h 49m, compared with 26h 00m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 26h 43m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is 12 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (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 Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport range from $1,087 to $1,678, with an average of $1,228 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,087 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. 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 Monday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,097 - about $314 less than Thursday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $1,014 round-trip in that month - typically $1,273 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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