Can I fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul?

Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total flights. Historically, approximately 15.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This data is based on trends over a 90-day period.

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul?

The typical direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul has a duration of approximately 6 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 4613 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, on average, take considerably longer, with a median duration of 12 hours and 40 minutes. This represents a difference of about 760 minutes for one-stop flights compared to 400 minutes for direct flights.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals. Travelers can typically find competitive prices for this destination. This assessment is based on observations over a 30-day period, indicating consistent availability of good-value options.

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Kuala Lumpur to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

For flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul, recent fares typically range from $270–$589, with a median of $407. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding particularly low prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for securing a better fare.

A typical journey from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul takes approximately 13h 20m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 4613 km. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 15.6% of recent fares were for direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul, meaning travelers should expect a layover.

When considering cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul, the cheapest months to fly are typically October, with a median fare of $252, followed closely by April at $255, and June at $259. These months offer the lowest median prices, making them the most cost-effective times to plan your trip.

How much is a round trip from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

Regular price: $246 - $413

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

The regular price range for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul is between 246 USD and 413 USD. The current lowest deal is 246 USD with 2GO for travel from Jan 13-Jan 17.

now $246

Low $246

High $413

The cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

The cheapest month to fly from KUL to SEL is October, with a median price of 252 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 713 USD. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $252

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $713

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

Malindo Airways

Last-minute flights going from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

2GO

$354

$291

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SZB - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (SZB) - Seoul (ICN)

Malindo Airways

$413

$344

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

Scoot

$406

$312

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

2GO

$390

$315

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

2GO

$380

$335

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

2GO

$326

$279

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

$406 → $312

23%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$355 → $276

22%

3 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 4

$355 → $280

21%

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

$390 → $315

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

Kuala Lumpur - Seoul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul are above the typical level of $407.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul, with a median price of $252.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 13h 20m

The median flight duration from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul is 13 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 84.4% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malindo Airways offers direct flights

Malindo Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Kuala Lumpur main airports to depart from

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~70 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport is a good option for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheongju International Airport is a useful alternative arrival airport due to its proximity and international status.

📍 ~110 km from Seoul (reachable by express bus and rail services)

💸 Flights from ~$344

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seoul

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $303. Booking within 0-6 days of departure also shows a relatively low average price of $321. Prices tend to increase significantly further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $472 and those booked 60+ days out averaging $550.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul is considered to be $270 or less. The median price for this route was $407. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed flights costing $589 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify competitive deals based on historical pricing trends over a 90-day period.

Historically, October has been the most affordable month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul, with a median price of $252. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $255. June is another favorable month, showing a median price of $259. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $407 for this route, based on data over a 270-day period.

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Kuala Lumpur to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

How much is a round trip from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

Regular price: $246 - $413

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

The regular price range for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul is between 246 USD and 413 USD. The current lowest deal is 246 USD with 2GO for travel from Jan 13-Jan 17.

now $246

Low $246

High $413

The cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

October

Cheapest

Flights from $252

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $713

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

Malindo Airways

Last-minute flights going from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

2GO

$354

$291

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SZB - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (SZB) - Seoul (ICN)

Malindo Airways

$413

$344

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

Scoot

$406

$312

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

2GO

$390

$315

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

2GO

$380

$335

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Seoul

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Seoul (ICN)

2GO

$326

$279

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

$406 → $312

23%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$355 → $276

22%

3 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 4

$355 → $280

21%

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

$390 → $315

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul