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Cheap Flights to Malaysia

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpurdirect$319
Penang
Penang1 stop$339
Langkawi
Langkawi1 stop$464
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu1 stop$416
Kuching
Kuching1 stop$313
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru2 stops$1,047
Miri
Miri1 stop$652
Ipoh
Ipoh1 stop$924
Tawau
Tawau1 stop$926
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu2 stops$859
Labuan
Labuan1 stop$926
Alor Setar
Alor Setar3 stops$776
Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu2 stops$4,395
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpurdirect$319
Penang
Penang1 stop$339
Langkawi
Langkawi1 stop$464
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu1 stop$416
Kuching
Kuching1 stop$313
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru2 stops$1,047
Miri
Miri1 stop$652
Ipoh
Ipoh1 stop$924
Tawau
Tawau1 stop$926
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu2 stops$859
Labuan
Labuan1 stop$926
Alor Setar
Alor Setar3 stops$776
Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu2 stops$4,395

Book Cheap Malaysia Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Malaysia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals to Malaysia

Sun, 10 May - Wed, 13 May
Batik Air Logo
17:20 - 23:00
PER
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KUL
5h 40mdirect
Batik Air Logo
18:45 - 00:30
KUL
-
PER
5h 45mdirect
$319Batik Air
Fri, 20 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
AirAsia Logo
20:40 - 02:15
PER
-
KUL
5h 35mdirect
AirAsia Logo
22:55 - 04:30
KUL
-
PER
5h 35mdirect
$321AirAsia
Tue, 3 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
Scoot Logo
05:35 - 20:55
PER
-
KUL
15h 20m1 stop
Scoot Logo
11:10 - 04:15
KUL
-
PER
17h 05m1 stop
$324Scoot
Mon, 2 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:45 - 18:10
PER
-
KUL
24h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 04:30
KUL
-
PER
5h 35mdirect
$328Multiple Airlines
Sun, 24 May - Sun, 31 May
AirAsia Logo
20:30 - 02:10
PER
-
KUL
5h 40mdirect
AirAsia Logo
22:25 - 04:00
KUL
-
PER
5h 35mdirect
$330AirAsia
Mon, 2 Feb - Fri, 6 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 02:15
PER
-
KUL
5h 35mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:20 - 04:40
KUL
-
PER
15h 20m1 stop
$333Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Mar - Fri, 6 Mar
Scoot Logo
05:35 - 13:10
PER
-
SZB
7h 35m1 stop
Scoot Logo
14:00 - 04:15
SZB
-
PER
14h 15m1 stop
$422Scoot
Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
AirAsia X Logo
21:50 - 03:30
SYD
-
KUL
8h 40mdirect
AirAsia X Logo
08:55 - 20:35
KUL
-
SYD
8h 40mdirect
$563AirAsia X
Sun, 1 Mar - Tue, 3 Mar
AirAsia X Logo
21:50 - 03:30
SYD
-
KUL
8h 40mdirect
AirAsia X Logo
08:55 - 20:35
KUL
-
SYD
8h 40mdirect
$564AirAsia X
Mon, 9 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Singapore Airlines Logo
07:00 - 16:50
MEL
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PEN
12h 50m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
21:15 - 12:10
PEN
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MEL
11h 55m1 stop
$779Singapore Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Malaysia

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Malaysia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Malaysia?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Malaysia from Australia found in the last 72 hours was to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, at $271 return. The most popular route is Adelaide (ADL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $271.

How much is a flight to Malaysia?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Malaysia from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Malaysia costs $941 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $202 for the route Perth (PER) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL). The most popular routes on KAYAK are Darwin to Kuala Lumpur which costs $583 on average, and Perth to Kuala Lumpur, which costs $917 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Malaysia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Australia to Malaysia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Australia to Malaysia is August, when tickets cost $729 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,638 and $1,440 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Australia to Malaysia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Malaysia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Australia to Malaysia, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Malaysia?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL), with an average flight price of $731.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$203
Best time to beat the crowds (25% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (55% more expensive on average)
Flight from Perth to Kuala Lumpur

FAQs - booking Malaysia flights

  • Do I need a visa to travel to Malaysia?

    If you are an Australian citizen, you do not need to apply for a visa before visiting Malaysia. With a valid passport that does not expire within six months of your return flight, you will be able to stay in the country for up to 90 consecutive days.

  • Are there any airlines that offer direct flights to Malaysia from Australia?

    To avoid a stopover, there are several airlines that you can book direct flights to Malaysia with. Some common choices include AirAsia X and Malaysia Airlines.

  • I would like to visit the Batu Caves during my stay in Malaysia. Which airport should I land at?

    When visiting the Batu Caves, the airport that is the closest and easiest to land at is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Once you have arrived, there are several ways that you can travel to your final destination, such as the local train, which will take you approximately 1h 30min. It is also possible to grab a local bus, which will take you just over 2h, or a taxi, which is the quickest option at just 50min.

  • Which airport should I fly to if I am planning on going to the Perhentian Islands?

    As there is no airport located directly on the Perhentian Islands, you will have to fly to either Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) or Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG). Once you land in Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR), you can take a 1h taxi ride to Kuala Besut, where you will be able to grab the local ferry that will take you to the islands. If you fly into Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG), you can take a 1h 30min taxi ride to the ferry.

  • How can I get to the city centre from Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    You can take the SkyBus, Aerobus and Airport Coach from Kuala Lumpur Airport. The exact fares may vary depending on the bus service and destination but are reasonable. You can also take the KLIA Ekspres train, which takes approximately 30 minutes, or the KLIA Transit train, which makes several stops and takes approximately 45 minutes to reach the city centre.

  • How can I get to the city centre from Senai International Airport (JHB)?

    You can take the Causeway Link bus from Senai Airport to the city centre, which will take about an hour. There is also a shuttle bus service that runs between the airport and the Kulai train station, where you can then take the Electric Train Service (ETS) to reach the city centre. The fare will vary depending on the transportation means chosen.

  • What are recommended options for flights to Malaysia from Brisbane?

    Malaysia Airlines is a popular option for flights from Brisbane to Malaysia. Other airlines, such as Emirates, also offer flights on this route. It is recommended to check with airline websites or online travel agencies such as KAYAK to compare prices and flight schedules.

  • How can I bring a pet with me on my flight to Malaysia?

    To bring a pet with you on a flight to Malaysia, you should always check with the airline you plan to fly with for their specific pet policies. Malaysia Airlines, for example, does not permit pets to travel in the cabin of the aircraft, but they do allow them to travel as checked luggage.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Australia to Malaysia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Australia to Malaysia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Australia to Malaysia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Australia to Malaysia is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Australia to Malaysia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Australia to Malaysia with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Australia to Malaysia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Australia to Malaysia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Malaysia?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Malaysia is Monday when return tickets can be as cheap as $1,082. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when return prices are $1,177 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Malaysia?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Malaysia is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost $864 on average. Morning departures are around 40% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Malaysia is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,440.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Malaysia

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Malaysia? 25% of our users found return tickets to Malaysia for the following prices or less: From Brisbane $1,558, from Melbourne $4,158, from Adelaide $4,684
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Malaysia flight deals.
  • If you would like to visit the state of Sabah, which can be found on the island of Borneo, make sure to fly into Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), as it is the only international airport in the region. From there, you will be able to easily travel to cities like Penampang and Kundasang.
  • Flights from Australia to Malaysia tend to have at least one stopover, due to the fact that the distance between the two locations is extensive. Some popular cities that travellers tend to stop in include Singapore and Denpasar.
  • Known for being the largest international airport in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) can be found in the western region of the country and is within easy driving distance of many popular cities, including Petaling Jaya and Bukit Jalil.
  • For those that would like to explore some of the many islands that are located off of the coast of Malaysia, consider arriving at Langkawi International Airport (LGK). Located on an archipelago, this destination serves the entire state of Kedah and is in the northwestern region of the country.
  • Senai International Airport (JHB) is one of the largest airports in the southern region of the country, and serves the city of Johor Bahru which is just next to the border that is shared with Singapore.
  • Flights to Malaysia with Malaysia Airlines usually arrive at Terminal M at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), while Turkish Airlines flights can arrive at both Terminal M and Satellite Terminal A.
  • If your trip to Malaysia starts in Kuching, you should arrive at Kuching International Airport (KCH). There are flights from cities such as Sydney, Perth and Adelaide to Kuching Airport on Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines and AirAsia.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Malaysia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Australia to Malaysia? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Malaysia AirlinesOverall score based on 281 reviews
7.4Comfort
7.6Boarding
8.1Crew
7.0Food
6.7Entertainment
Airline reviews

Flights were delayed, Food was good but only 1 meal instead of 2.

4.0 OkayPrajayan, Nov 2025
KUL - SYD
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Flights were delayed, Food was good but only 1 meal instead of 2.

Food was good but only 1 meal and 1 pie, instead of 2 meals. Both legs were late.

We are row 11, when the crew came to us, only one meal choice was available.

OK seats comfortable, easy boarding/embarking, excellent connection to domestic Malaysia flight with baggage checked through without customs. Catering especially drinks borderline ok luckily less important aspect

Comfortable seats in economy, managed a few hours sleep in an o night flight but the food was terrible. Surprising as Malaysia airlines has been good in the past. Service was mediocre this time too.

Vast improvement needed in customer service. I couldn’t get the drink of my choice during both meals (i.e. sparking water and Diet Coke). I had used plastic cups falling onto me from the tray. No eye contact when they thank you on the way out signalling an insincere thank you.

Jia yung was the flight attendant that made this a miserable flight.

The flight isn’t great, as the plane has faulty with light and noise. It blinks and make noise for 8hrs non stop! Causing health and sensory issues! Causing Hazard matter to all 3 babies that on bassinet seats. This matters affected 12 passengers and the most horrible flight I ever experience. Have been flying with MAS for more 30yrs and this is the worst! Very disappointed

AC not working, just slowly blowing room temperature air. Long taxi time does not help as well. Sweating all over the whole trip.

Did not take as cancelled 3 time so took another airline

Flight was delayed from 8pm to near midnight. They made us board then sit in the cabin and wait for even longer for take-off. No compensation whatsoever - not even in a free drink or meal

Fast Pass but delay at Check-In Counter. Limited Counter when there are alot of ppls Check-In

We were told that flight was delayed by 20 mins, but it left close to an hour late. But they did make it up and arrived early; it's just very difficult to keep waiting when it's a late flight. Food was mediocre.

The flight has been delayed for nearly an hour, yet neither the captain nor the chief steward made an effort to explain the reason for the delay or offer any apologies to the passengers.

We recently flew with AirAsia and encountered several issues. Our flight was delayed by over an hour, and both boarding and takeoff were postponed without any prior notification. Although we eventually realized there was a delay on our own, the crew did inform us afterward. To make up for lost time, the pilot took off at high speed, resulting in some turbulent moments that were quite scary. Despite these challenges, the cabin crew did an excellent job managing the situation and easing the inconvenience. Overall, while the delays and turbulence made for a stressful experience, I appreciated the crew’s efforts to keep us as comfortable as possible.

I had a wonderful experience with this company. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our pilot was skilled and clearly experienced. The value for the price was excellent. I would definitely recommend them.

Very quick turn around, plane was in good condition, alles paletti.

My flight boarding was interrupted as gate staff said I needed visa in advance for Vietnam....

Instead of landing we had to go around and landed in Kuala Lumpur International Airport instead of Subang. Then we had to restart and arrived over 2.5 hrs late

As usual, poor communication on delays. No info, no updates, no apologies.

Uncoordinated boarding, seat comfort is terrible, even toilet is so small that overweight people wouldn't fit in. Baggage scam with additional fees. Stay away from this airline.

Forthright communication to the customers regarding services offered and any fees involved.

Scoot is a no frills budget airline. Do not expect a legacy airline experience.

I have taken more than 50 flights in the past year and this is the worst onboard experience that I've come across. There's always a risk with budget airlines and their creative views of customer service. Having bought a standard seat, we boarded at the assigned seat - we naturally couldn't choose ourselves as that would be extra cost. After take-off, the person in the row in front leans back their seat. As a frequent flyer, I believe this is their right, so I try to lean my seat back as well to have the same space available. However, my standard seat could not lean back, as the row behind was an exit row. As I had paid for a standard seat, not a less space than standard, I moved to the completely free row behind me. This was not allowed, as due to extra legroom, this would cost extra. Subsequently spent the next 30 mins discussing this scenario with the crew. I have no issues with budget airlines and additional charges, but if I pay for a standard seat, I want a standard seat, not one with less space. As you do not offer me a discount for the less space, do not try and charge me a premium, when I find a free seat with more space. It works both ways Scoot.

Finishes were quite worn, including our very scratched up seatback. No entertainment available, and the WiFi (even for “ScootHub”) was very slow. Crew were somewhat friendly.

Food & lower the prices. Look at Air Asia food look better & affordable

Not a frequent user of their website booking. Booked my check-in baggage and only realized that I did not book my check in baggage for return flight. The receipt was not clear in identifying that as well. Was charged exorbitantly at check in counter. Bad taste for sure when it is a business trip and not leisure trip. Baggage was delayed for more than an hour at belt back in SG.

Boarding took forever. It's also weird that we paid more (for preferred seats) to get on the plane last. Inflight WiFi never worked the entire trip. I want my money back.

The cosmetic condition was pretty run down. The carpets were badly worn out. Even the paint on the wings was chipped and peeled! Looks like they are running these 787s to the ground..

WiFi didn’t work on both sectors so made killing time harder - planes clean modern and good flight crew - would do again if WiFi works

All fine - you get what you pay for ! and it is a bargain

AirAsia kept us waiting for hours due to a technical issue with the plane, then eventually cancelled the flight. Unfortunately there is no-one to call or speak with at AirAsia, no customer service department at all, so I flew with another airline instead. Now I am going through the fun process of trying to get a refund from AirAsia. I strongly recommend that no-one flies with them, it's just not worth it.

The best part was Tony Fernandes actually reinstated the Buttercake menu. It has gone missing after Covid & i made a complaint in one of my Tweets back in October 2022. Both flight D170 & D171 landed very smoothly- kudos to both pilots!

The worst experience in any flight I have ever had, delayed for more than 10 hours, lost my other flight so I lost one day during my trip. Didn’t gave me facilities with my luggage either. Never again

I was next to a quite large person. Soni essentially had 2/3 of my seat for myself and couldn't sit properly. Even though there were some other seat available, the staff refuse that I occupy another seat.

Pros: The staff was very friendly. Cons: Long delay. The food is terrible.

I’m a frequent Traveler on all types of airlines, including budget. This was the worst flight experience I’ve ever had. Something was wrong with AirAsia’s systems and we were the whole flight was rescheduled to the following day, the third flight it happened to. Apart from an email which gave the new date the web and app said the original flight date which meant that there were hundreds of people queueing at the airport to try and find out what was going on. People waited six hours to talk to customer service who gave advice that didn’t match the web or app. Nightmare. just advertising for spending the extra hundred dollars I’ve ever seen.

Freezing onboard and staff refused to give me hot water “because we were landing soon”. The plane arrived at the gate an hour late. And there’s an air leak in one of the bathrooms. Very scary noise.

Batik Air is racing to the bottom of the list with its consistent flight delays. Especially out of Malaysia. Shocking that they keep getting away with it without any form of punishment from the authorities. Also very inconsistent rules on cabin luggage.

Need to improve the availability of the food. Seems like everything sold out

Did not like that we were not informed about the 4 hour delay, crew not friendly, noone at terminals to consult with...all employees for Batrik were behind glass aftervgoing through security at the gate again. Why no agent at Gate H 10 to answer questions? And no apology. Updates would have eased anxiety. Boarding is disorderly also.

During this flight all the crew just focused on making money by selling food and drinks. There was only one washroom open. And it really smelled bad and wasn’t usable. Even to watch something onboard entertainment u have to rent headphones pathetic airline but only one with direct flight so pretty much the only option from Karachi to KL

Delayed for 3 hours, need to pay extra for drinking water.

The OD2204 KUL-LGK was delayed 40 minutes due to air-condition malfuntion, after inspection the technician give green light for the flight to go as usual but the air-condition is still not working properly, passengers complaining to the stewardess but they cannot do anything, I did tweet to @malindoair to complaint but no reply from them … hope this Batik Air is not having problem like Rayani Air and I do hope the management do respond to my complaint as well

Nasi lemak was horrible. Plain white rice, tasteless sambal, no cucumber, no kacang, no ikan bilis. And the chicken was colourless and tasteless, tasted like boiled chicken. Entertainment system didn't work at all.

2 delayed flights - hotel layover in a different country- lost baggage.

Silly to not even offer people water for free when they are paying so much for tickets.

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