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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $428. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.$412 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $412, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$413 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $413, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$417 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr, returning Tue, 13 Apr.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $417, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$417 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $417, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$417 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $417, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$418 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May, returning Mon, 17 May.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $418, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$419 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $419, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$420 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $420, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$420 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jun, returning Sat, 12 Jun.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 12 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $420, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$421 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $421, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$421 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $421, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$426 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$428 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Shandong Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $428, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$429 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 May, returning Sat, 26 Jun.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 21 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 26 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $429, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$430 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $430, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$434 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $434, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seoul to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $541
Aug
from $428
Sep
from $413
Oct
from $417
Nov
from $421
Dec
from $448
Jan
from $420
Feb
from $434
Mar
from $419
Apr
from $417
May
from $418
Jun
from $420

Direct flights from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur

Alternative Seoul to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah

18km from central Kuala Lumpur
Closest
from $563
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from $412
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Seoul to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$412
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time6 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineMalaysia Airlines
Average flights per week348

Finding cheap flights from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur is $412. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur.
Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur.
As of July 2026, there are 348 flights per week flying from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur is usually September.
If you're flying from Seoul, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.5 km away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from $412.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur on Thursday, 10 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 39 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kuala Lumpur but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kuala Lumpur is Vietnam Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is BatikAir Malaysia.

Travelling from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • Seoul has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).

  • When working out where to land in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the primary gateways.

  • Around 6 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Seoul to Kuala Lumpur flight.

  • The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Seoul.

  • Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 32 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur is with AirAsia X at 22:55. Choose the first ICN to KUL departure with Malaysia Airlines at 00:10 to fit in more activities on your first day in Kuala Lumpur.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your Seoul to Kuala Lumpur flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Seoul to Kuala Lumpur flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land an incredible deal.

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Flying from Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Jet off from Incheon International Airport (ICN) on a nonstop flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur. From ICN, you can land directly at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).

  • Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct Seoul to Kuala Lumpur plane tickets with departures from ICN, including:

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Seoul to Kuala Lumpur flights departing from Incheon International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

    • Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)

    • Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)

  • ICN is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Seoul to Kuala Lumpur flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Gimpo International Airport and Kuala Lumpur:

    • Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)

    • Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)

    • Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Seoul to GMP in around 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur:

  • Most flights that depart Gimpo International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 81%.

Arriving in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Seoul to Kuala Lumpur flight.

Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • The centre of Kuala Lumpur is about 18 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB). Once your flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.

  • If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places to lay your head close to SZB. Kick back after your Seoul to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these well-located options:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Snap up the best price by booking your ride from SZB one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur. July is the busiest month for a trip to Kuala Lumpur. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Seoul to Kuala Lumpur ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower are leading attractions which should feature on any good Kuala Lumpur itinerary.

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