What percentage of Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur flights are direct?

Historically, direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur are not common. Across the trailing quarter, only 2% of flights on this route were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one layover.

What's the flight time from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur?

The typical direct flight time from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur is 7 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 5589 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends significantly to 13 hours and 55 minutes. This represents a substantial increase in travel time compared to non-stop options. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

Are non-stop flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur worth the extra cost?

Historically, direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur tend to be more expensive. The median price for a direct flight is $966, representing a 32% premium over connecting flights, which have a median price of $734. Direct flights also make up a small portion of the available options, at 1.9% of all flights. Travelers should weigh the convenience of a non-stop journey against the potential cost savings of a connecting flight.

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Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur connect at least once, with only 2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you will most likely find flights with one or more stops when planning your journey.

Right now, fares from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur are typically $647–$883, with a median of $735. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets might require careful timing.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur, July stands out with a median fare of $301. February is also a more affordable option, with a median fare of $457. Even August offers a relatively lower median of $651 compared to the overall typical fare.

A typical journey from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur, including connections, takes about 10h 53m. Given that most itineraries involve connections, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival. The non-stop flight time is also 10h 53m, while connecting flights typically take 24h 20m.

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: $477 - $944

Prices for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $477 and $944. The current lowest deal is $533 with IndiGo for travel from Nov 2-Nov 4.

now $533

Low $477

High $944

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur is July, with a median price of $290. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $882. Prices are generally lower from July to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $290

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $882

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

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Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Qatar Airways

$594

$601

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

IndiGo

$564

$572

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Qatar Airways

$491

$602

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

IndiGo

$526

$630

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Qatar Airways

$522

$611

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

IndiGo

$592

$624

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

4 nights

Oct 30 - Nov 3

$613 → $567

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$623 → $608

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$623 → $612

2 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 4

$543 → $533

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from AUH to KUL are near the typical level of $735.

📅 Best time to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from AUH to KUL, with a median price of $301.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 10h 53m.

Direct flights to KUL from AUH typically take 10h 53m, while connecting flights average 24h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 98% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers direct flights.

Etihad Airways offers direct flights from AUH to KUL.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals from AUH to KUL appear regularly, with new deals emerging every 30 days.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a good choice for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~28 km from Abu Dhabi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$508

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International is a key arrival airport for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~44 km from Kuala Lumpur city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$508

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Singapore Changi (SIN)

Cheapest

Singapore Changi is a major global hub with extensive international connectivity, offering many flight options.

📍 ~300 km from Kuala Lumpur (requires international border crossing into Singapore, travel time is significant by road)

💸 Flights from ~$482

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$7,107

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$7,107

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$7,107

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $726. Booking within 7-13 days of departure usually sees an average price of $953, indicating that last-minute bookings can be more expensive. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days out have an average price of $899, suggesting that waiting until closer to the departure date, within the optimal window, can lead to savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur is considered to be $647 or less. The median price for this route has been $735. Prices tend to increase beyond this, with 75% of observed prices being $883 or higher. Therefore, securing a ticket at or below $647 represents a competitive deal based on historical trends.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur are July and February. In July, the median flight price was $301, while in February, it was $457. The annual median price for this route is $735. August, with a median price of $651, is also among the more affordable months, though it is also identified as the most expensive month in some observations.

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Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: $477 - $944

Prices for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $477 and $944. The current lowest deal is $533 with IndiGo for travel from Nov 2-Nov 4.

now $533

Low $477

High $944

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

July

Cheapest

Flights from $290

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $882

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Etihad Airways

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Qatar Airways

$594

$601

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

IndiGo

$564

$572

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Qatar Airways

$491

$602

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

IndiGo

$526

$630

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Qatar Airways

$522

$611

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

IndiGo

$592

$624

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

4 nights

Oct 30 - Nov 3

$613 → $567

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$623 → $608

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$623 → $612

2 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 4

$543 → $533

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from AUH to KUL are near the typical level of $735.

📅 Best time to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from AUH to KUL, with a median price of $301.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 10h 53m.

Direct flights to KUL from AUH typically take 10h 53m, while connecting flights average 24h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 98% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers direct flights.

Etihad Airways offers direct flights from AUH to KUL.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals from AUH to KUL appear regularly, with new deals emerging every 30 days.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a good choice for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~28 km from Abu Dhabi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$508

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International is a key arrival airport for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~44 km from Kuala Lumpur city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$508

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Singapore Changi (SIN)

Cheapest

Singapore Changi is a major global hub with extensive international connectivity, offering many flight options.

📍 ~300 km from Kuala Lumpur (requires international border crossing into Singapore, travel time is significant by road)

💸 Flights from ~$482

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

76% AI deal score

$7,107

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Today’s best flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi - Kuala Lumpur route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 10h 53m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Etihad Airways offers direct flights.

Deals appear regularly.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kuala Lumpur

Best Elite deals to Kuala Lumpur

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

How early should I book Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur?

What percentage of Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur?

Are non-stop flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur worth the extra cost?

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Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur

Abu Dhabi - Kuala Lumpur route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 10h 53m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Etihad Airways offers direct flights.

Deals appear regularly.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kuala Lumpur

Best Elite deals to Kuala Lumpur

Dec 21

Dec 21

Feb 03

Dec 21

Jan 08

Dec 20

Jan 11

Jan 10

Jan 15

Jan 10

Jan 11

Jan 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

How early should I book Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur?