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Flight deals from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 1,605. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 720 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 11.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Dubai on Tue, Aug 11, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 720, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 727 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 16.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Dubai on Wed, Sep 16, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 727, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 787 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 7.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departing from Dubai on Tue, Apr 7, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 787, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 802 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 20.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departing from Dubai on Wed, May 20, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 802, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 802 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 10.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departing from Dubai on Thu, Dec 10, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 802, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 803 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 10.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departing from Dubai on Sat, Oct 10, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 803, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 812 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 26.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departing from Dubai on Tue, May 26, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 812, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 817 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 4.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departing from Dubai on Thu, Jun 4, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 817, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 824 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 27.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departing from Dubai on Mon, Jul 27, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 824, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 824 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 8.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departing from Dubai on Sun, Nov 8, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 824, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 875 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 4.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Dubai on Mon, Jan 4, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 875, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 896 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 7.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Dubai on Sun, Feb 7, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 896, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 961 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 2.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Dubai on Tue, Mar 2, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 961, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 981 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 31.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departing from Dubai on Sat, Oct 31, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 981, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 983 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 5.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departing from Dubai on Sat, Sep 5, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 983, select.
Kuala Lumpur.AED 1,188 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 13.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departing from Dubai on Thu, Aug 13, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,188, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in August.
Apr
from AED 787
May
from AED 802
Jun
from AED 817
Jul
from AED 824
Aug
from AED 720
Sep
from AED 727
Oct
from AED 803
Nov
from AED 824
Dec
from AED 802
Jan
from AED 875
Feb
from AED 896
Mar
from AED 961

Direct flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Alternative Dubai to Kuala Lumpur routes

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

Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah

18km from central Kuala Lumpur
Closest
from AED 1,239
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from AED 714
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Dubai to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 720
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time7 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week72

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is AED 1,393. 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.
7 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.
Emirates, TAP Air Portugal and Condor fly direct from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.
There are 72 flights per week flying from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is usually June.
If you're flying from Dubai Airport, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.8 km away from the center of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights to this airport from AED 1,393.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 15 minutes.
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 Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Royal Brunei and BatikAir Malaysia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • Approximately 7 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8. The city is four hours ahead of Dubai, where Dubai Airport is located.

  • With 24 weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the most popular route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 03:10. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from DXB to KUL is with Emirates at 21:35.

  • 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 plenty of time to catch your DXB to Kuala Lumpur flight.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Direct Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) will be where your journey ends.

  • Emirates is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from DXB to Kuala Lumpur, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Phuket International Airport (HKT)

    • Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)

    • Muscat International Airport (MCT)

  • DXB is about 10 kilometers from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near DXB. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • 74.31% of flights departing from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur

  • AED 720 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 1,380. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap flights from DXB to Kuala Lumpur by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from DXB to Kuala Lumpur by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

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

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the center of Kuala Lumpur takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 64 kilometers away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour if you're traveling by public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:

  • Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your flight from DXB to Kuala Lumpur.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • The center of Kuala Lumpur is located around 24 kilometers from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). After your flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 25 minutes.

  • Traveling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SZB. Unwind and get cozy after your DXB to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and be off and running.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at SZB can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • Visit Kuala Lumpur in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Book a Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuala Lumpur right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur:

  • Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are just two of the top attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Central Market Cultural Performances.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've seen Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometers away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.

  • Johor Bahru is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometers south-east of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without dropping by Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.

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