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CHF 757
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Zürich to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

For cheap flights from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur, fares typically range from $692 to $1568, with a median price of $1011. Right now, current fares are near the typical level, and 44% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $670. Following closely are March, with a median of $685, and December, with a median of $688. These months present the best opportunities for lower prices.

A typical journey from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur takes approximately 30h 15m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers being 2 when connecting. There are no direct flights from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur, so all travelers should anticipate at least one stop.

The distance between Zürich and Kuala Lumpur is 10020 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance means that all flights will involve substantial travel time and typically include multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: CHF 650 - CHF 1,111

Prices for flights from Zurich to Kuala Lumpur are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zurich to Kuala Lumpur is CHF 650 to CHF 1111. The current lowest deal is CHF 457 with Etihad Airways. This deal is for travel from Nov 1-Nov 13.

now CHF 457

Low CHF 650

High CHF 1,111

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Kuala Lumpur is February, with a median price of $670. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1490. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 670

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,490

Jan

Feb

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

Etihad Airways

Iberia Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Qatar Airways

CHF 919

CHF 525

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 800

CHF 480

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 781

CHF 481

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 768

CHF 492

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 832

CHF 505

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 757

CHF 468

One-way

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

23 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 24

CHF 966 → CHF 481

50%

21 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 28

CHF 978 → CHF 527

46%

5 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 19

CHF 809 → CHF 483

40%

7 nights

Jan 7 - Jan 14

CHF 830 → CHF 514

38%

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Zürich - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from ZRH to KUL are near the typical level, with a median price of $1011.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for prices below the typical level

Historically, February offers the lowest median price at $670 for ZRH to KUL flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 30h 15m on average

The typical flight duration for this long-haul route with connections is 30h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

No direct flights are available; connecting flights are dominant with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers many deals

Etihad Airways has 71 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for ZRH to KUL

Historically, deals for flights from ZRH to KUL are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Kuala Lumpur, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 454

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International is a good option for flights from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 454

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Singapore Changi (SIN)

Cheapest

Consider this major global hub for its extensive international connectivity, despite requiring an international border crossing.

📍 ~300 km from Kuala Lumpur (reachable by road, but travel time is significant)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 484

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kuala Lumpur

$7,004

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fare.

Booking in advance is often recommended for international flights, as prices may increase closer to the departure date. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Zürich to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: CHF 650 - CHF 1,111

Prices for flights from Zurich to Kuala Lumpur are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Zurich to Kuala Lumpur is CHF 650 to CHF 1111. The current lowest deal is CHF 457 with Etihad Airways. This deal is for travel from Nov 1-Nov 13.

now CHF 457

Low CHF 650

High CHF 1,111

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

February

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 670

August

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 1,490

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

Etihad Airways

Iberia Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Qatar Airways

CHF 919

CHF 525

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 800

CHF 480

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 781

CHF 481

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 768

CHF 492

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 832

CHF 505

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Kuala Lumpur

Zürich (ZRH) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Etihad Airways

CHF 757

CHF 468

One-way

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

23 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 24

CHF 966 → CHF 481

50%

21 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 28

CHF 978 → CHF 527

46%

5 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 19

CHF 809 → CHF 483

40%

7 nights

Jan 7 - Jan 14

CHF 830 → CHF 514

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Kuala Lumpur