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Flight deals from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £318. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.£160 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £160, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£164 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Dubai on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £164, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£165 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Dubai on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £165, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£165 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Dubai on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £165, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£165 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Dubai on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £165, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£168 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Dubai on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £168, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£171 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Dubai on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £171, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£172 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Dubai on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £172, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£186 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £186, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£189 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £189, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£194 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Royal Brunei .Outbound indirect flight with Royal Brunei , departs from Dubai on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £194, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£198 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Dubai on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £198, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£199 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £199, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£202 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Dubai on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £202, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£203 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Dubai on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £203, select.
Kuala Lumpur.£222 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Dubai on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £222, 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 September.
Apr
from £165
May
from £164
Jun
from £165
Jul
from £171
Aug
from £198
Sep
from £160
Oct
from £194
Nov
from £168
Dec
from £165
Jan
from £186
Feb
from £189
Mar
from £199

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

11 miles from central Kuala Lumpur
Closest
from £320
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Kuala Lumpur International

28 miles from central Kuala Lumpur
Cheapest
from £160
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Dubai to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£160
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week154

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 return flight from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur is £301. 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 14 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.
Emirates, TAP Air Portugal and Condor fly direct from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.
As of April 2026, there are 67 flights per week flying from Dubai to Kuala Lumpur.
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 28.5 miles away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from £301.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Thursday, 11 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 14 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, Air China and BatikAir Malaysia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

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

  • Approximately 7 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Kuala Lumpur is four hours ahead of Dubai, where Dubai International Airport is located. Kuala Lumpur runs on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • With 25 flights a week between the two airports, Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 03:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from DXB to KUL is with Emirates at 21:35.

  • To avoid rushing for your DXB to Kuala Lumpur flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Direct Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets are available for booking. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Get on board with Emirates. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from DXB to Kuala Lumpur with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:

    • Phuket International Airport (HKT)

    • Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)

    • Muscat International Airport (MCT)

  • DXB is about 10 kms (6 miles) from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near DXB:

  • 71% of flights that leave from Dubai International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

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

  • £160 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £301. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book five months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DXB to Kuala Lumpur.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DXB to Kuala Lumpur by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 56 kms (35 miles). It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from DXB to Kuala Lumpur.

Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • The centre of Kuala Lumpur is located around 19 kms (12 miles) from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). After your flight from Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near SZB. Settle in and get cosy after your DXB to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SZB one week in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Dubai International Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from DXB to Kuala Lumpur in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.

More about Kuala Lumpur

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

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sky Terrace KL Tower, Petronas Twin Towers and Warisan Merdeka Tower are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Kuala Lumpur itinerary.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've done Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to explore more of Malaysia. Travel around 338 kms (210 miles) north to Kota Bharu to check off its must-visit sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Johor Bahru is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 290 kms (180 miles) southeast of Kuala Lumpur. No journey is complete without visiting Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.

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