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Cheapest return fare
£655
Typical prices: £650-£843
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/11Tue 23/2
JFK - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£337
Typical prices: £377-£439
Etihad Airways
Tue 2/2
JFK - KUL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York and Kuala Lumpur. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheap Flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur (JFK-KUL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from New York to Kuala Lumpur

Mon, 30 Nov - Tue, 23 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
15:00 - 19:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
39h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:20 - 15:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
42h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£655Etihad Airways
Mon, 11 Jan - Wed, 17 Mar
United Airlines Logo
00:55 - 06:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 50m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
United Airlines Logo
14:15 - 11:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
£657United Airlines
Sun, 21 Mar - Thu, 15 Apr
United Airlines Logo
01:55 - 06:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 50m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
United Airlines Logo
07:15 - 22:55KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 40m1 stop Tokyo Narita
£664United Airlines
Wed, 6 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
United Airlines Logo
13:05 - 06:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 40m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
United Airlines Logo
14:15 - 10:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
£665United Airlines
Thu, 25 Mar - Thu, 15 Apr
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 19:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 08:35KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£674Etihad Airways
Thu, 1 Apr - Tue, 13 Apr
Philippine Airlines Logo
01:45 - 01:15JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
35h 30m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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12:20 - 23:15KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 55m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
£680Philippine Airlines
Sat, 1 May - Tue, 25 May
Philippine Airlines Logo
01:45 - 11:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Philippine Airlines Logo
12:20 - 23:15KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 55m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
£689Philippine Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Tue, 23 Feb
United Airlines Logo
13:05 - 06:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 40m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
United Airlines Logo
14:15 - 10:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
£690United Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 24 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
15:00 - 19:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
39h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:30 - 15:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
42h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£693Etihad Airways
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 23 Feb
Korean Air Logo
12:00 - 22:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
45h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
23:55 - 19:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 45m1 stop Incheon Intl
£694Korean Air
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for New York to Kuala Lumpur flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually cost between £679 and £885 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £655 on Etihad Airways (30 Nov–23 Feb).

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost £678 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,198 and £1,132 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

To get a below average price on the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from New York to Kuala Lumpur

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£337
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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When to book flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur

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FAQs for booking New York to Kuala Lumpur flights

  • Can I travel with my therapy animals from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes, some airlines do allow therapy animals onboard. American Airlines allow emotional support animals on board without any additional fee so long as you have an ESA letter. Ensure your therapy animal is calm and behaves well on board and at the airports.

  • What items are prohibited from carry-on baggage on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    You are only allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, and gels in your carry-on baggage, no more than 3.4 ounces per container. Also, sharp or pointed objects, explosive and flammable materials, self-defense items, or weapons and firearms are not allowed in carry-on baggage.

  • Can I change my flight itinerary after booking my New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes, depending on your airline, you may be able to change your flight itinerary after booking for a fee. Turkish Airlines allows you to make changes to your flight itinerary after booking, but you must do so at least 1 hour before departure. However, remember that the fare difference will apply and is non-refundable.

  • What are the travel documents necessary for travel from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kuala Lumpur?

    A passport is required for flights from New York JFK Airport to Kuala Lumpur, valid for at least six months from your entry date into Malaysia. If you are a U.S. citizen, you can travel to Malaysia for tourist or business reasons for up to 90 days without a visa. However, if you stay longer, you will need to apply for a visa in advance.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport was £337 for a one-way ticket and £655 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

    On your way to Kuala Lumpur, you’ll fly out from New York John F Kennedy Intl. You’ll be landing at Kuala Lumpur Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

    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 New York to Kuala Lumpur.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kuala Lumpur from New York 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 New York to Kuala Lumpur?

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Kuala Lumpur?

    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 to Kuala Lumpur from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

  • Flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) usually involve layovers and can range from a few hours to a full day. For example, Turkish Airlines has a long layover of around 13 hours in Istanbul (IST), while Etihad Airways and Malaysia Airlines have a shorter layover of around 3 hours at Abu Dhabi Intl (AUH) and New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) respectively.
  • Flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Kuala Lumpur typically arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), serving as the main hub for Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, flyGlobal, UPS Airlines, and Malindo Air. It is located approximately 27 miles south of Kuala Lumpur downtown and features several transportation options for downtown.
  • Upgrading to first class on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kuala Lumpur is worth considering, especially for this long journey. Airlines such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Qatar Airways offer luxurious first-class options that include lie-flat beds, gourmet dining, and exceptional service.
  • Several airlines offer eco-friendly flights for this route, including Air Canada, Malaysia Airlines, and ANA. These airlines are committed to reducing their carbon footprint and incorporating sustainable practices into their operations. To contribute to a cleaner future for the aviation industry, consider booking with these airlines.
  • If you have reduced mobility, you can request special assistance. Air Canada, ANA Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Malaysia Airlines offer assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including the use of wheelchairs, priority boarding, and assistance through security.

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