What percentage of Dubai to Kuala Lumpur flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 5.1% of flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that the majority of journeys on this route typically involve at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur?

The typical direct flight time from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is 7 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 5550 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 14 hours and 10 minutes. This significant difference highlights the time savings associated with direct routes.

How often do cheap flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur come up?

Cheap flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur are considered to come up frequently. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find good deals on this route. The consistent availability of favorable prices makes it a route where deals are not uncommon.

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Dubai to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

For cheap flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, fares typically range from $654–$895, with a median price of $771. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, indicating a dynamic market for this long-haul journey.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, May stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $604. Following May, September offers a median fare of $718, and October presents a median of $737, providing other cost-effective options for your travel.

Most itineraries for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur are not direct; only 5.1% of recent fares were non-stop. For the majority of journeys, you can expect to make two connections to reach your destination.

A typical journey from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, including connections, takes approximately 17h 15m. For the few direct flights available, the flight time is around 7h 25m. This route covers a significant distance of 5550 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: $364 - $787

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

The regular price range for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is between 364 USD and 787 USD. The current lowest deal is 527 USD with SriLankan Airlines, for travel from Nov 16 to Nov 24.

now $527

Low $364

High $787

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is May, with a median price of $604. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $887. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $604

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $887

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$517

$557

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$557

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

IndiGo

$480

$562

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

SriLankan Airlines

$426

$542

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

SriLankan Airlines

$483

$548

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

SriLankan Airlines

$442

$548

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$762 → $573

25%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

$772 → $606

21%

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

$658 → $582

11%

1 night

Dec 1 - Dec 2

$658 → $582

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Dubai - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur are near the typical level of $771.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices.

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $604.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 7h 25m.

The median flight duration for direct flights is 7h 25m, connecting flights take 17h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 94.9% of all flights, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

SriLankan Airlines has a recent deal for $527.

A recent deal from SriLankan Airlines offers a flight for $527, departing November 16, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, so check often for new offers.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Cheapest

Consider Dubai Bus Station for potentially cheaper flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~8 km from Dubai (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$463

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International offers another departure option for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~36 km from Dubai (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$463

Dubai International (DXB)

Dubai International is a convenient option for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~11 km from Dubai (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$519

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International provides an alternative departure point for your trip to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~28 km from Dubai (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$463

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International is a primary gateway for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.

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

💸 Flights from ~$387

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Singapore Changi (SIN)

Cheapest

Consider Singapore Changi for its extensive international connectivity, despite requiring an international border crossing.

📍 ~300 km from Kuala Lumpur (reachable by road)

💸 Flights from ~$292

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kuala Lumpur

$1,444

Save $837

Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Dec 31

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

90% AI deal score

$2,198

$1,448

Save $750

Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Business Class

From DXB

Elite

Dec 31

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

90% AI deal score

$2,198

$1,448

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is typically 28-59 days before departure. Within this period, the average price was $787. Booking 0-6 days out saw average prices rise to $909, indicating that last-minute bookings are generally more expensive. Planning ahead by at least a month can lead to more favorable prices.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur was considered to be $654 or less. The median price for this route was $771. Prices above $895 were in the higher range, indicating less favorable deals. Comparing offers to the $654 threshold can help identify a good value.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, with a median price of $604. September also offered competitive prices, with a median of $718. The annual median price for this route was $771, suggesting that flights in May and September are notably below the yearly average.

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Dubai to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: $364 - $787

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

The regular price range for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is between 364 USD and 787 USD. The current lowest deal is 527 USD with SriLankan Airlines, for travel from Nov 16 to Nov 24.

now $527

Low $364

High $787

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

May

Cheapest

Flights from $604

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $887

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$517

$557

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$557

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

IndiGo

$480

$562

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

SriLankan Airlines

$426

$542

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

SriLankan Airlines

$483

$548

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

SriLankan Airlines

$442

$548

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$762 → $573

25%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

$772 → $606

21%

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

$658 → $582

11%

1 night

Dec 1 - Dec 2

$658 → $582

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur