How many flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 21.6% of flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur were non-stop. For flights that do include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve connections.

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

The typical direct flight from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur has a duration of 9 hours and 0 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median flight time is considerably longer, averaging 17 hours and 0 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 6585 kilometers.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur?

Historically, good prices on flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers on this route often have opportunities to find competitive fares. The route consistently offers deals, making it a favorable option for budget-conscious travelers.

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Sydney to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

Flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur cover a substantial distance of 6,585 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you can expect a significant travel time, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur, fares typically range from $596 to $1,186, with a median price of $856. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur, October stands out with a median fare of $426. April is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $431. You can also find more affordable options in March, where the median fare is $541.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 21.6% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, most itineraries involve 2 stopovers. Therefore, a typical journey from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur, including connections, takes about 9h 0m.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: A$480 - A$1,121

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

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur is between AUD 480 and AUD 1121. The current lowest deal is AUD 534 with Scoot, for travel from Oct 9-Oct 27.

now A$534

Low A$480

High A$1,121

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur is March, with a median price of $508. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1151. Generally, prices are lower from February to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$508

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,151

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Direct flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

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Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$535

A$534

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$556

A$565

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$558

A$567

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$556

A$565

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$545

A$565

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$558

A$565

One-way

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

13 nights

Jan 18 - Jan 31

A$1,156 → A$775

33%

2 nights

Jan 18 - Jan 20

A$1,184 → A$847

29%

2 nights

Jan 22 - Jan 24

A$1,267 → A$965

24%

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

A$1,122 → A$821

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

Sydney - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Sydney to Kuala Lumpur are near the typical level of $856.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October ($426), April ($431), and March ($541) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 9h 0m

Direct flights typically take 9h 0m, while connecting flights average 20h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 78.4% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Scoot offers a recent deal for $534

A recent deal from Scoot via Skyscanner was found for $534, departing Oct 9.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur appear frequently, typically within 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport (SYD) is a primary departure point for flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~A$565

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) offers an alternative departure option for your trip to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~A$779

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$564

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.

📍 ~315 km from Kuala Lumpur (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$505

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur is typically 28-59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of $889. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price rise to $990, indicating that last-minute bookings are generally more expensive for this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur is considered to be $596 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $856, while 75% of prices were $1186 or less. Securing a fare at or below $596 represents a competitive deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur are October and April, with median prices of $426 and $431 respectively. March also offers a relatively low median price of $541. These months are significantly more affordable compared to the annual median price of $856 for this route.

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Sydney to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: A$480 - A$1,121

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

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur is between AUD 480 and AUD 1121. The current lowest deal is AUD 534 with Scoot, for travel from Oct 9-Oct 27.

now A$534

Low A$480

High A$1,121

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$508

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,151

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

FlyAsianXpress

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$535

A$534

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$556

A$565

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$558

A$567

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$556

A$565

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$545

A$565

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Kuala Lumpur

Sydney (SYD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Scoot

A$558

A$565

One-way

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

13 nights

Jan 18 - Jan 31

A$1,156 → A$775

33%

2 nights

Jan 18 - Jan 20

A$1,184 → A$847

29%

2 nights

Jan 22 - Jan 24

A$1,267 → A$965

24%

6 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 10

A$1,122 → A$821

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur