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New York.R 7,717 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 13 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,717, select.
New York.R 8,209 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,209, select.
New York.R 9,309 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,309, select.
New York.R 9,344 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,344, select.
New York.R 9,760 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,760, select.
New York.R 9,928 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,928, select.
New York.R 10,300 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,300, select.
New York.R 10,452 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,452, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur International to New York flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 10,501
May
from R 7,717
Jun
from R 8,209
Jul
from R 10,300
Aug
from R 12,228
Sep
from R 9,760
Oct
from R 9,309
Nov
from R 9,344
Dec
from R 9,928
Jan
from R 10,452
Feb
from R 10,683
Mar
from R 10,457

Alternative Kuala Lumpur International to New York routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kuala Lumpur International to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuala Lumpur to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,717
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to New York is R 12,793. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to New York. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,793.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Kuala Lumpur International to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to New York is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from R 12,793.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York on Sunday, 11 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and New York. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Saudia offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to New York: what you need to know

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 12 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from KUL to New York.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from KUL to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • You will need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Malaysia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.

  • The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes approximately 4 hours and 29 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour and 3 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to New York

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York is R 7,717. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,793. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from KUL to New York, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from KUL to New York every day.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York.

Airports in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The centre of New York is about 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). After your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 48 minutes.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • After your flight from KUL to New York, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to JFK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to New York

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York. August is the busiest month for a trip to New York. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from KUL to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.

More about New York

  • Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are major attractions which should be on every New York itinerary.

Complete your New York trip with a car rental

  • Choose one of our car rentals in New York and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to New York.

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