Cheap Flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International from $551

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Cheapest deal$551

Cheapest monthMarch

Average flight duration8 hours and 46 minutes

Flight deals from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kuala Lumpur.$551 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $551, select.

Kuala Lumpur.$551 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $551, select.

Kuala Lumpur.$555 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $555, select.

Kuala Lumpur.$558 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $558, select.

Kuala Lumpur.$559 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $559, select.

Kuala Lumpur.$559 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $559, select.

Kuala Lumpur.$559 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $559, select.

Kuala Lumpur.$559 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $559, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kuala Lumpur International.

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International is $551. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International?

8 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International.

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International?

Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Oman Air fly direct from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International.

How many flights are there a week from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International?

As of December 2025, there are 200 flights per week flying from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International?

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur International is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sydney Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 46 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kuala Lumpur International?

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 International 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Kuala Lumpur?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney Airport to Kuala Lumpur International with?

Currently, Scoot and AirAsia X offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur International.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 8 hours 55 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur three hours behind Sydney.
Choose from 28 weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. The 09:45 departure with AirAsia X is the earliest available. AirAsia X operates the last service of the day at 22:20.
Your SYD to KUL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
AirAsia X is your gateway to discovering Kuala Lumpur (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Malaysia!). Browse the direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with AirAsia X on this route.
With 76.62% of its services landing on schedule, AirAsia X is the most punctual carrier operating SYD to KUL flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SYD and KUL:
- Changi International Airport
- Ngurah Rai International Airport
- Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

$294 is the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $551. These fares can change based on availability.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to KUL.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SYD to KUL.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Of all flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

If you're landing on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near KUL:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the centre of Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 4 hours 30 minutes.

When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SYD to KUL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Malaysia

Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Next? Set off for Kampung Baru Subang. It's roughly 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur and is known for highlights like Simflightkl.