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Flights Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru

Kuala Lumpur
KUL
Pekanbaru
PKU

Cheap flights Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru

Below you can see the best deals on flights Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 17 August, from AED 196.

Top 10 cheap flights Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru

Direct flights Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru

Direct flight options for Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight takes around 55 min.

Top 10 direct flights Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru

About the Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru flight

On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Kuala Lumpur to Pekanbaru. The direct distance between the cities is only 291 km, and the flight frequency reaches 25 flights per week, making it easy to choose a convenient departure time.

Flights on this route are operated by AirAsia (AK), Batik Air (ID), and Malaysia Airlines (MH). Ticket prices depend on the season and how far in advance you book, so use the current price dynamic chart and calendar on the website to find the best price. Before your trip, also check out information on how to get to the airport of departure and plan your route on how to get from the airport to the city center upon arrival.

Return route:return route: flights Pekanbaru → Kuala Lumpur

Flight ticket prices by day: Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 139 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 305 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

Kuala Lumpur → Pekanbaru, average one-way price

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
JanAED 232mediumMayAED 240mediumSepAED 227medium
FebAED 214lowJunAED 263highOctAED 209low
MarAED 258highJulAED 254highNovAED 218low
AprAED 267highAugAED 205lowDecAED 272high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

In Pekanbaru, the weather remains consistently hot throughout the year, with daytime temperatures around 30–31°C. The rainiest period is November, when rainfall reaches its peak, while July is considered the most favorable time for flying, being the month with the fewest rainy days in the year.

From a budget perspective, the most advantageous month for booking is October, with ticket prices starting AED 139. The highest price level is recorded in April, when the minimum flight fare increases AED 305.

The optimal time for a trip is August or September, as ticket prices remain moderate and weather conditions are relatively stable during this period. It is recommended to avoid traveling in late autumn due to the peak of the rainy season, which can lead to flight delays.

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How to get the best deal on a Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru ticket

  • Book tickets 3–4 weeks before your planned departure date, as fares on this short international route tend to rise sharply in the final days before departure.
  • Look for flights by the low-cost carrier AirAsia (AK), which often offers the lowest fares starting AED 158 when purchased in advance.
  • Compare departures on different days of the week using the price chart: mid-week flights are usually cheaper than those on Fridays or Sundays.
  • Choose only direct flights, as the 291 km distance is covered in less than an hour, and connecting options will be unnecessarily long and expensive.
  • Use the low-fare calendar on this page to instantly see all available budget offers for the year ahead.

Airlines

There are currently 5 airlines operating on the flight route from Kuala Lumpur to Pekanbaru, including major carriers such as AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and Batik Air. Most flights are direct, providing a quick connection between the cities with a total frequency of about 25 departures per week. To view detailed schedules for specific days and choose the best flight option, check out the airline cards in the list below.

  • AirAsia
    AirAsiaAK
    14x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 10523.9M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → PKU14x/week
      Duration
      55m
      Days
      un,MonS
    56.0%Open →
  • Super Air Jet
    Super Air JetIU
    5x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 618M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → PKU5x/week
    18.7%Open →
  • Batik Air (Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd dba Batik Air Malaysia)
    Batik Air (Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd dba Batik Air Malaysia)OD
    5x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 355M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → PKU5x/week
      Duration
      58m
      Days
      un,MonS
    18.7%Open →
  • Malaysia Airline
    Malaysia AirlineMH
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 8916.6M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → PKU1x/week
      Duration
      1h 5m
      Days
      un,MonS
    5.3%Open →
  • Batik Air Indonesia
    Batik Air IndonesiaID
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 7012M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → PKU1x/week
    1.3%Open →

Cities and airports on the Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru route

Flights Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and arrive at Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Kuala Lumpur

KUL
Malaysia
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Malaysia
Arrival

Pekanbaru

PKU
Indonesia
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Indonesia
Departure airports
Arrival airports

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Frequently asked questions about the Kuala Lumpur — Pekanbaru flight

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Pekanbaru?

A direct flight on this route takes on average from 45 to 60 minutes. This is one of the shortest international flights from Malaysia to Indonesia.

Which airlines fly on this route?

Regular flights between the cities are operated by AirAsia, Batik Air, Malaysia Airlines, and Super Air Jet. A total of about 25 flights are operated weekly.

Are there direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Pekanbaru?

Yes, direct flights predominate on this route. Layovers are not recommended, as they significantly increase travel time and ticket costs.

Which airport does the plane arrive at?

All flights arrive at Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU), which serves the city of Pekanbaru and its surroundings.

How to buy the cheapest ticket?

Ticket prices are constantly changing. To find the current lowest price, we recommend using the low-fare calendar and the price dynamic chart provided on this page.

Where else you can fly from Kuala Lumpur

Singapore
Singapore∙8 July
AED 160
George Town
George Town∙21 July
AED 113
Jakarta
Jakarta∙14 July
AED 329
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu∙22 July
AED 307
Kuching
Kuching∙22 July
AED 287
Bangkok
Bangkok∙2 July
AED 308
Kuah
Kuah∙16 July
AED 118
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru∙18 July
AED 94
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu∙19 July
AED 64
Denpasar
Denpasar∙18 July
AED 367
Guangzhou
Guangzhou∙5 July
AED 402
Medan
Medan∙19 July
AED 240
Phuket
Phuket∙21 July
AED 208
Tawau
Tawau∙18 July
AED 158
Shanghai
Shanghai∙6 July
AED 462

Where else you can fly to Pekanbaru from

Jakarta
Jakarta∙8 July
AED 400
Batam
Batam∙18 July
AED 226