What percentage of Dubai to Kuala Lumpur flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 14.2% 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 while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

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

The direct flight time from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur typically averages 7 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 5550 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 12 hours and 45 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct flights for this route. Travelers should factor in these durations when making their travel arrangements.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur have appeared 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 patience and regular checking can often lead to savings. This pattern has been observed across the trailing 30 days.

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Dubai to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, fares typically range from $562–$1094, with a median of $842. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur? The data indicates that November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $395. Following closely, October offers a median fare of $501, and September presents a median of $504, making these months generally more affordable for this route.

Most itineraries for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur are connecting, with 14.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is two.

How long is the flight from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur? A typical journey from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, including connections, takes approximately 16h 18m. This duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting flights on this long-haul route.

The route from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur covers a significant distance of 5550 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This considerable distance contributes to the typical flight times and connection requirements for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: $361 - $676

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 $361 and $676. The current lowest deal is $425 with Malindo Airways for travel from Nov 10-Nov 30.

now $425

Low $361

High $676

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is November, with a median price of $395. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1082. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $395

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,082

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Malindo Airways

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$663

$539

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$431

$472

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$426

$472

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$463

$472

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$481

$466

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$465

$470

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 5

$686 → $439

36%

2 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 7

$775 → $563

27%

2 nights

Dec 28 - Dec 30

$784 → $584

25%

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

$781 → $584

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Dubai - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur are above the typical level at $425.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, with a median price of $395.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 16h 18m

The median flight duration from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is 16 hours and 18 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with 14.2% direct flights and a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malindo Airways offers direct flights

Malindo Airways offers direct flights on the Dubai to Kuala Lumpur route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is a key departure point for flights to Kuala Lumpur, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$452

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.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$452

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, significant travel time)

💸 Flights from ~$344

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

Historically, booking flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices, with an average of $670. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked within 0-6 days of departure have an average price of $986. This trend suggests that planning significantly ahead can result in considerable savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $562. The median price for this route over the same period was $842. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed at or below $1094. Comparing prices to this $562 threshold can help identify favorable offers.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, with a median price of $395. October also offered competitive prices, with a median of $501. The overall annual median price for this route was $842, indicating that certain months offer significantly lower fares. Travelers seeking the best value might consider these months.

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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: $361 - $676

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 $361 and $676. The current lowest deal is $425 with Malindo Airways for travel from Nov 10-Nov 30.

now $425

Low $361

High $676

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

November

Cheapest

Flights from $395

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,082

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Malindo Airways

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$663

$539

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$431

$472

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$426

$472

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$463

$472

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Air India Limited

$481

$466

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Kuala Lumpur

Dubai (DXB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$465

$470

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 5

$686 → $439

36%

2 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 7

$775 → $563

27%

2 nights

Dec 28 - Dec 30

$784 → $584

25%

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

$781 → $584

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur